Iowa lags in recycling effort and Weyerhaeuser call to action
The Gazette notes Iowa recycles only 39 percent of about 900000 tons of paper annually, well below the national rate. George Weyerhaeuser urges stronger private public partnerships to boost recycling, citing Cedar River Paper Co. and a Des Moines plant.
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Cedar Rapids readers debate bridge study and natural areas
Readers critique Cedar River bridge plans fearing wasteful spending, loss of trees and wildlife habitat along East Post Road. They argue 60 million plus costs fall on taxpayers and threaten Cedar Rapids nature, urging opposition to the project.
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Freedom of speech and the costs of opinion
A broad critique argues that free expression carries consequences and urges defense of open debate. It cites reactions to Natalie Maines, Susan Sarandon, Tim Robbins, and Gore Vidal, and stresses the First Amendment protects speech while permitting public backlash and economic or social responses. The piece urges restraint from boycotts and bans while defending vigorous discussion.
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