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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 2000
Page
6
Joe Hladley is named as President and Publisher, Dale Larson becomes Vice President of Newspaper and Magazine Publishing, Kerry Elsen is Editor of Editorial Pages, Editorial Board Chairman Mark Bowden serves as Managing Editor, outlining the leadership team.
In Cedar Rapids Rep Jim Leach says the vast majority of members do not want campaign finance reform and expects little action absent a national scandal. The piece cites Wertheimer and Gore as criticisms of reform efforts and notes past soft money abuses and Supreme Court rulings that loosened funding rules. The article questions public appetite for reform and highlights party spending and unregulated donations.
The piece notes how soft money grew with party-aligned efforts and joint fund-raising committees tied to Hillary Clinton and Rudy Giuliani campaigns. It cites the Washington Post on Republican state attorneys general aiding corporate contributions to avoid lawsuits. Common Cause and Democracy 21 filed an FEC complaint alleging systemic soft-money violations and a shift from party building to direct fundraising for senatorial races.
Bluestem Solid Waste Agency urges Linn County residents to reduce waste and recycle at work and home. Tips include reusable mugs, two sided copying, reusing folders, buying products with less packaging, using cloth bags, and recycling electronics and paint via the Pollution Prevention Center. Executive director Dave Hogan notes ongoing programs and resources.
Letters urge end to animal testing and accuse the University of Iowa of sourcing 1000 dogs annually from questionable dealers. They allege gas chamber euthanasia in trucks, sick and dying animals, and ties to Missouri and Iowa puppy mills. The group IDA calls for reforms and raises health reliability concerns.
A reader rebutts The Gazette’s stance on state university funding, noting Iowa ranks sixth in per capita higher education spending and cites undergraduate tuition comparisons with Purdue Michigan and Penn State. The letter argues for tighter state budgeting and business practices at universities to curb taxes and attract wealth.
A reader letter attacks abortion remains a moral crisis arguing mothers rights clash with protecting babies. The writer condemns pro choice attitudes while questioning state policies, demanding accountability from Governor Vilsack and urging live abortion exposure as a deterrent.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words and requires name, street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown will be published. Submissions may be sent to The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 or by fax at 319 398 5846 or email gazedit fyiowa com.
In an April 19 letter the writer argues experts should guide opinions on school testing. The statistician reading scores is used to underscore reliance on certified, knowledgeable evaluators.
Frances Vernon of Cedar Rapids urges locals to try the new paved trails highlighting accessibility for wheelchairs strollers inline skaters and skateboarders. She notes teens enjoy biking and running on the smoother surface and praises the skate park as a response to demand. Family outings every Sunday showcase broad appeal.
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