Editorial condemns exploiting tragedy in American Terrorist by Michel and Herbeck
The Buffalo Times reporters face criticism for profiting from the Oklahoma City bombing story while donating profits to victims. The authors portray Timothy McVeigh’s motives, admit guilt, and argue the book offers a sobering look at anger and vengeance rather than glorification.
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Iowa Faces Turnaround in Population Projections
The piece notes a shift from earlier zero growth forecasts to decade gains led by immigration. It cites Iowa’s Hispanic population rising over 150 percent in the 1990s and asks what policies and cultural changes will follow as Census figures project shifts nationally and locally.
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Bush shifts course as US trims overseas role across regions
The new Bush administration signals pullbacks in six key areas abroad amid debates over security and diplomacy. In Korea the US delays a nuclear agreement, in the Middle East it seeks reduced high level peace efforts, and in Europe Moscow and Beijing policy shifts loom. Critics warn of unsustainability while supporters point to strategic retrenchment.
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NRA advocacy letter on safety and freedoms
A reader praising the NRA argues the organization promotes safety and self protection without promoting violence. The letter highlights reports of reduced crime where gun ownership is common and urges continued support for constitutional freedoms. It notes submission guidelines for The Gazette in Cedar Rapids Iowa.
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Morals at Stake Arlene Le Clerc Urges Wake‑Up Call
Arlene Le Clerc of Coggon condemns perceived erosion of moral standards amid reports of inappropriate photos by teachers and controversial art projects. She argues for restored personal holiness and responsible judgment for families and society.
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Charter schools in Iowa stoke reform debate and outrage
Rosanne Freeburg of Cedar Rapids argues that Iowa legislators and the state school board have watered down a charter bill to please traditional public schools. She cites Des Moines Downtown School as not a charter and questions why charters are discouraged, accusing media and officials of suppressing the issue.
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Iowa's diverse heritage supports language inclusion
The author argues that Iowa's multi ethnic roots—Germans Irish Latinos British Israelis Africans and others—require embracing differences instead of enacting English only laws that discriminate. They urge reflection on heritage and fair treatment for all residents.
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Moving photo of Balkan refugees ranks with Iwo Jima image
A Gazette reader praises the March 28 front page AP photograph of Balkan refugees. The captioned image, showing children under rain and light, conveys beauty, sorrow, and hopeful resilience, comparable to wartime iconic pictures. The writer, Rose and Jackson Turner, Monona, shares its impact.
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