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Victory for Police Transparency! Iowa Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Just Voices
Victory for Police Transparency! Iowa Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Just Voices
We have BIG news to share.
The Iowa Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Just Voices — and in favor of every Iowan’s right to know how law enforcement operates in our communities.
This decision affirms that police departments cannot hide information about use-of-force incidents from the public. It’s a crucial step forward for transparency, accountability, and justice in Iowa.
We brought this case because we believe the people deserve answers — and now, the law agrees.
Read MoreFirst Unitarian Church of Des Moines Calls a New Minister, Rev. Steve Sieck
With hearts full of joy and deep gratitude, we are thrilled to announce that Steve Sieck has officially accepted our call to serve as our settled minister! This is a moment of joyful celebration for our entire church family, and we are filled with hope and excitement as we look ahead to this new chapter in our shared journey of faith and community.
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Read MoreA Possibility: Evolving from Principles to Values
At this year’s UUA General Assembly delegates from your congregation and others across the country will vote on whether or not to adopt revisions to UUA Bylaws that emphasize love and justice, anti-racism and anti-oppression language, and explicit statements of our Values rather than our Principles.
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