Gov. Terry Branstad has announced his picks for three open Iowa Supreme Court slots. No big surprises. Branstad chose Pleasant Valley …
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Gov. Terry Branstad has announced his picks for three open Iowa Supreme Court slots. No big surprises. Branstad chose Pleasant Valley …
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