Cedar Rapids weighs new rec center amid sales tax plan
The editorial argues a proposed 10 million recreation center funded by a 1 percent sales tax could spark tax opposition. It notes aging facilities limit programs and highlights cooperation among Linn County schools and communities. Time remains to firm plans and show return on investment before a likely 2005 vote.
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Cedar Rapids
Ambroz
Rec Center
Linn County
Nance
Readers debate margins and democracy in Cedar Rapids letters
A March 27 letter on the Bush margins prompts a rebuttal citing a 51 to 48 percent result as not overwhelming. Readers critique civic ethics in Cedar Rapids and Marion over trash dumping, airline fairness, sex offender policy, and media treatment of Republicans.
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Lawrence Rettig
South Amana
Cedar Rapids
City Council of
Marion
Mike Deupree
Legislature
T. G. Jackson Marion
Gazette editorial backs Bush while decrying DeLay case
The Gazette is criticized for a partisan editorial praising Bush and supporting Wall Street. It claims Bush’s plan harms Social Security and describes DeLay as having done nothing wrong, citing a small article that defends his actions amid alleged misconduct.
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Sky Won’t Fall The US Has Ample Resources
Richard Beck argues against doom about resource depletion. He cites Alaska gas discoveries from the 1970s as proof the nation can meet demand and cut oil dependence. He urges developing domestic energy and exploring alternatives like hydrogen cars.
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United States of America
Alaska
Richard Beck
Cedar Rapids
Debating Turnout Gains and Election Fraud Risks
The piece weighs the benefits of higher turnout against potential fraud and abuse. It cites Orlando, Wisconsin, and national debates, noting same day registration, photo ID, and absentee-ballot access, and references the 2000 election and Milwaukee irregularities as context for cautious reform.
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Florida
Bush
White House
John Kerry
Milwaukee
Orlando
Buddy Dyer
Gun laws quietly killed off
The Los Angeles Times editorial criticizes four years of Republican policy on firearms noting the end of key gun controls and proposed immunity for gun manufacturers. It points to the 10 year assault weapons ban lapse, destruction of background check records, secrecy of crime weapon data, and immunity bills favoring dealers. It urges voter action.
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Bush
National Rifle Association
Congress
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Government Accountability Office
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ATF
NRA
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