Odds And Ends -- IOWA!
The Iowa Supreme Court today upheld a Polk County judge's 2007 ruling that marriage should not be limited to one man and one woman. Iowa's 5,800 gay couples can legally marry in Iowa beginning April 24, according to the Des Moines Register.
Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele calls the Iowa ruling an "example of judicial activism currently threatening family values." (Full statement after the jump.)
J.Crew should send Michelle Obama a gift certificate.
Ew! Levi Johnston tells Tyra Banks that Gov. Sarah Palin knew he and her daughter were active.
Pres. Obama issues a statement about the tragic shooting in Binghamton, NY: "Michelle and I were shocked and deeply saddened to learn about the act of senseless violence in Binghamton, NY today. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims, their families and the people of Binghamton. We don't yet know all the facts, but my administration is actively monitoring the situation and the Vice President is in touch with Governor Paterson and local officials to track developments."
Gov. Mark Sanford (R-SC) became the last governor in the nation today to accept stimulus money.
Steele on the Iowa decision:
"The Iowa Supreme Court's decision today to reverse an 11 year old state law outlawing same-sex marriage is sadly another example of judicial activism currently threatening family values in America. While I respect an individual's right to live his or her life as they see fit, decisions like this are better left in the hands of legislators and governors."
"I firmly believe that marriage should be between one man and one woman. A state's autonomous nature allows it to change its laws as the citizenry sees fit, but it should be done by the people, not through judicial decree."