Iowa City fires City Manager Lombardo raise questions
The Gazette editorial questions the abrupt firing of City Manager Michael Lombardo by the Iowa City Council. It notes no public grounds were given and warns that the lack of explanation fuels speculation as the city faces a tax vote and flood recovery while planning budget cuts.
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Controversial Letter Critiques Same-Sex Marriage Debates in Iowa
Cedar Rapids resident Dave Draheim questions constitutional rights and cites Iowa preamble language while criticizing The Gazette editorial stance on same sex marriage. He references police incidents, red light cameras, and local governance concerns in a strong opinion letter.
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Voting sales tax resubmission critiques and calls for Cedar Rapids vote
Letter argues against repeating a 17 percent sales tax vote in Linn County including Marion Robins and Hiawatha noting cost to retake the vote and alleging long-standing legal shenanigans. Also questions EPA carbon dioxide warnings and critiques global warming science with calls for common sense.
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Chicken editorial sparks Cedar Rapids debate on backyard fowl
Readers question the Gazette for urging backyard chickens and label the stance a joke while officials argue local option sales tax will fund rural roads and property tax relief. Marion residents are urged to vote yes May 5 to capture Cedar Rapids revenue and fund sewer, roads, and parks.
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Gazette invites public letters for publication
The Gazette accepts letters addressing public issues with editorial editing. Include writer name, street address, and phone for verification, up to 250 words. One letter per writer per 30 days. Mail to Letters The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406. Fax and email options listed.
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Iowa fights over same sex marriage fade from power to bluster
Todd Dorman notes that over 11 years since the ban was overturned, opponents have rallied and talked big while actual political wins were scarce. He cites losses and near-misses in 2004 2006 and 2007 battles, signaling fading influence and persistent civil rights stakes.
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