Gazette staff and leadership at Gazette Communications
The Gazette lists key executives and editors including Mark Bowden executive editor, Jerry Elsen editor of editorial pages, Dave Storey editorial board chairman, Scott Swenson advertising VP, Peg Schmitz circulation director, plus Joe Hladky chairman publisher Chuck Peters president COO Ken Slaughter EVP CFO.
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Republican memo hits a sour note in the party
House Majority Leader Dick Armey’s memo praises Bush while recalling Clinton's early months with a disparaging left wing stereotype. The piece condemns the reference to gays in the military as tasteless and inflammatory. It calls for Republican leadership change.
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Poll ranks voices of 20th century with Sinatra top
A British poll ranks the top 100 voices of the 20th century led by Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley, with Nat King Cole and Ella Fitzgerald among the top ten. Paul McCartney ranks poorly while John Lennon surpasses him. Caruso far down at 74.
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Gazette Letters Policy on Accuracy and Reader Corrections
The Gazette states it does not vouch for letter accuracy or judge opinions. It notes equal opportunity for publication of contradictions or corrections by readers.
Why Are We There In The Far East Chinese Tensions Question
Norman Luxenburg of Iowa City comments on why the United States conducts reconnaissance off China and how Cold War era treaties with Taiwan shaped involvement in the Far East. He argues for peace and cordial China relations and suggests balanced televised discourse.
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Lawmaker Defends McCain Feingold Reform Stance
In a response to an April 9 letter, the official argues for stronger campaign finance reform while criticizing McCain Feingold for banning soft money, lacking disclosure to shareholders, and constraining advocacy groups and parties. The aim is to preserve First Amendment rights and broad political participation.
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National electric power issue and defense concerns
Barron's argues electricity generation and transmission are national matters. The writer notes the Iowa Legislature waste in this area while Alliant Energy pursues global partnerships including China. The author questions taxpayer underwriting of facilities for firms funding global ventures.
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Gazette Seeks Public Letters and Guest Columns
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns addressing public business. Submissions must include writer's full name signature full street address and daytime phone number. Anonymous letters are not accepted and materials may be edited.
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UIHC payments to UI questioned by Iowa legislator
A Iowa reader questions UI Hospitals and Clinics transfers to the University of Iowa, noting 333 million paid over five years for overhead and services. The reader cites 118 million to the College of Medicine with 45 million in profits and urges lawmakers to audit whether costs are double counted in appropriations and to scrutinize salaries and hospital finances.
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