John Klaus, former Ames metropolis legal professional, presents on the gun modification Iowa voters will see on the poll Nov. 8. About 50 folks had been in attendance.
Neighborhood members gathered to be taught extra about an modification about gun legal guidelines set to seem on the poll in November.
The general public assembly was hosted by the League of Girls Voters of Ames and Story County on the Ames Public Library. John Klaus, chair of the League of Girls Voters and former Ames metropolis legal professional offered “What’s Iowa’s Gun Modification? It isn’t the U.S. Second Modification!”
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The poll will embrace the next:
Shall the next modification to the Structure be adopted?
Abstract: Offers that the correct of the folks of Iowa to maintain and bear arms shall not be infringed. The sovereign state of Iowa affirms and acknowledges the correct to maintain and bear arms as a basic proper. Any and all restrictions of this proper shall be topic to strict scrutiny.
Full Textual content: Article I of the Structure of the State of Iowa is amended by including the next new part: Proper to maintain and bear arms. Sec. 1A. The proper of the folks to maintain and bear arms shall not be infringed. The sovereign state of Iowa affirms and acknowledges this proper to be a basic particular person proper. Any and all restrictions of this proper shall be topic to strict scrutiny.
To move, higher than 50 p.c of voters should vote “sure.”
Klaus’ presentation in contrast the potential modification to the U.S. Structure’s second modification, offered historic and authorized context and examined the influence on public security adopted by a Q&A.
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Carolyn Klaus, president of the League of Girls Voters of Ames and Story County, stated the group stands in opposition to the modification.
“We’re advocates of public security, and we really feel like we have to proceed to have public security with weapons,” stated Carolyn Klaus. “That’s why the League took a place of vote ‘no’ on this modification.”
Iowa is at present one in every of six states that don’t embrace the correct to bear arms in its structure. If the modification had been to move, Iowa would be part of Alabama, Louisiana and Missouri as the one states to impose “strict scrutiny” towards restrictions to the correct to maintain and bear arms. Strict scrutiny is the very best type of judicial overview.
The proper to maintain and bear arms is protected by the U.S. Structure. Nevertheless, some states have been independently defending the correct since earlier than the U.S. Structure.
John Klaus’ presentation was primarily towards the modification.
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“Gun possession is an American custom, however it has at all times been attended by moderation and restraint and rules,” John Klaus stated.
One attendee requested, “when will it cease?” in response to the escalation to the capabilities of weapons and the firepower which they are often manufactured with. John Klaus attributes some Individuals’ help for extra highly effective weapons to a sense of romance with the historical past of America.
“I don’t assume it’s real looking to assume that we will battle a standing military with the identical effectiveness because the colonials did within the 18th century,” stated John Klaus. “I believe it’s a romantic notion that most likely maintains the spirits of lots of people, however it’s very harmful and really reckless.”
The League of Girls Voters determined to advocate publicly towards the passing of this modification.
“Our principal operate is to verify individuals are educated and ladies get out to vote,” stated Carolyn Klaus. “We educate on all types of points.”
Former Iowa Hawkeyes star George Kittle is in the midst of what has to be the most trying season of his NFL career.
Kittle’s San Francisco 49ers—who were Super Bowl contenders heading into 2024—fell to just 5-6 with their loss to the Green Bay Packer this past Sunday, further hindering their playoff chances.
However, the tight end is not giving up hope in the midst of severe adversity.
“My optimism is not broken by any means,” Kittle told reporters. “We still have a lot of very talented players. We will get some guys back. And I still have full trust in the coaching staff to put our guys in position to make plays, and I got no worry about that. But definitely an uphill grind, and going to see what we’re made of, which I’m looking forward to.”
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You have to love Kittle’s fighting spirit, but it seems hard to imagine the 49ers righting the ship in their current predicament.
San Francisco is dealing with a plethora of injury issues up and down the roster, which includes quarterback Brock Purdy, who missed the Packers game with a shoulder problem.
Kittle himself had a strong performance in Week 12, logging six catches for 82 yards and a touchdown. He has also been his usual impressive self overall this season, totaling 49 receptions for 642 yards and eight scores in nine appearances.
But not even Kittle can save the Niners from all of their current troubles.
The 49ers will face the Buffalo Bills in a matchup that could ultimately decide their playoff fate this Sunday.
No. 17 Iowa State goes into its home game against Kansas State on Saturday night as one of the Big 12 teams with the highest probability of making it to the conference championship game next week.
That calculation comes from conference officials putting pencil to paper to figure out all the scenarios that could unfold on the final weekend of the regular season.
Cyclones coach Matt Campbell said his team just needs to worry about itself and not the myriad of possibilities that could determine the matchup for next week’s Big 12 title game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
“To me,” he said, “all that other stuff is wasted time, effort and energy.”
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If the Cyclones (9-2, 6-2, No. 18 CFP) beat the Wildcats (8-3, 5-3, No. 24 CFP), they probably would be in. Arizona State would be the likely opponent if the Sun Devils win at Arizona.
So much would have to align for the Wildcats to advance — starting with beating Iowa State — that coach Chris Klieman said he didn’t plan to address the possibilities with his players. He said he wouldn’t have to anyway.
“The kids know,” he said.
Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson runs the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Arizona State Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Manhattan, Kan. Credit: AP/Charlie Riedel
Going for 10
The Cyclones are trying to become the first team in the program’s 133-year history to win 10 regular-season games. Wildcats’ tight end Will Swanson said he wasn’t aware of the 10-win milestone until a reporter told him. He indicated he and his teammates would like to keep the Cyclones from achieving it.
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“I’ll probably have to mention that,” he said, laughing.
Up and running
K-State quarterback Avery Johnson appears to be back to his old self. The staff tried to reduce his rushing attempts after he was injured Oct. 12 at Colorado. There were no limitations on him in last week’s 41-15 win over Cincinnati. He ran 10 times for 70 yards, including a 33-yard burst and a 21-yard touchdown.
“People saw when he’s healthy, we’re really good on offense,” Klieman said.
Cold, but no snow
Temperatures are expected to be in the teens in Ames, but no snow is in the forecast. Heavy snow fell during last year’s game in Manhattan, Kansas. Abu Sama III ran for 276 yards and three touchdowns and the Cyclones’ defense made a fourth-down stop in the final minute to preserve a 42-35 victory.
“I just remember the snow and Abu running wild,” ISU receiver Jayden Higgins said. “There definitely was a lot of snow on the field.”
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K-State’s Swanson said the game reminded him of a backyard football game but that it “panned out terribly.”
“Some spots there were 6 inches of snow,” he said. “I remember I caught a ball and I got tackled. I was face-first in the ground and had a pound of snow between my face and my facemask.”
Injury update
Klieman said RB Dylan Edwards could return against the Cyclones after sustaining a no-contact leg injury two weeks ago against Arizona State.
Campbell said S Drew Surges will be available and DT J.R. Singleton and TE Ben Brahmer are on track to play.
Colorado Buffaloes (5-1) vs. Iowa State Cyclones (4-1)
Lahaina, Hawaii; Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. EST
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BOTTOM LINE: Colorado and No. 5 Iowa State play at Lahaina Civic Center in Lahaina, Hawaii.
The Cyclones are 4-1 in non-conference play. Iowa State ranks fifth in the Big 12 with 41.2 points per game in the paint led by Keshon Gilbert averaging 9.2.
The Buffaloes are 5-1 in non-conference play. Colorado ranks fifth in the Big 12 shooting 39.3% from 3-point range.
Iowa State makes 49.0% of its shots from the field this season, which is 8.2 percentage points higher than Colorado has allowed to its opponents (40.8%). Colorado averages 13.9 more points per game (77.7) than Iowa State gives up (63.8).
The matchup Wednesday is the first meeting of the season for the two teams in conference play.
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TOP PERFORMERS: Gilbert is scoring 16.8 points per game with 2.6 rebounds and 5.2 assists for the Cyclones.
Elijah Malone is averaging 14.3 points for the Buffaloes.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
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