Free trade debate spans borders and regimes in Quebec City
Editorial argues free trade benefits the poor by fostering growth and political freedom. It notes the proposed Americas trade zone excluding Cuba, with a 2005 implementation target and a democratic condition for membership. Cites Tonelson worries about Argentina Brazil and regional debt, while Evans cautions on growth benefits seen after NAFTA. Protesters seek aid for the needy.
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Quebec City
Cuba
Independent
London
Canada
U.S
Latin America
Washington Post
Alan Tonelson
United States Business and Industry Council Educational Foundation
South America
Argentina
Brazil
International Monetary Fund
Columbia
Peru
Ecuador
Tonelson
Don Evans
Evans
NAFTA
Return to basics in math instruction in Cedar Rapids
A local reader urges Cedar Rapids schools to revert to traditional math methods citing frustration with current curricula. The letter-writer argues principals struggle to define terms and warns of a generation lacking basic math and phonics, urging parental action to influence teaching approaches.
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Cedar Rapids
C.R
Open season on deer urged by Cedar Rapids writer
A reader urges authorities to declare open season on deer in Cedar Rapids and Marion. They recommend sowing rye and hairy vetch around tree edges to divert deer from evergreens, argue for sharpshooters to thin the herd, and promote deer meat as a healthy alternative. The letter condemns pork and mocks hogs, calling Cedar Rapids “Deer Rapids” if the deer aren’t reduced.
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Cedar Rapids
Marion
Iowa needs balanced redistricting focused on agriculture
A Iowa reader urges careful redistricting to protect rural voices and agricultural interests. The author cites Iowa's lead in corn soybeans hogs and cattle and argues for five members in Congress with strong agricultural focus to reflect the state's economic backbone and population-based frames.
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Legislative Service Bureau
Iowa
The Gazette Letter Policy and Contact Details
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words and requires name address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown appear with the letter. One letter per writer every 30 days. Editing may occur and no anonymous submissions accepted.
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the Gazette
Gazette Publishes Readers Letters Policy Note
The Gazette states it does not vouch for accuracy or value opinions in readers letters. It invites corrections or contradictions from other readers with equal publication opportunity.
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Gazette
Reform bill as poison pill in campaign finance debate
The piece argues reform bills like McCain Feingold may hurt major parties by altering power dynamics. It defends two party stability, notes minor and independent candidates’ roles, and questions soft money impacts on democracy and political influence.
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Republican Party
Democratic Party
Profiling on patrol a tool not a prejudice says police view
The piece argues profiling aids crime fighting and can be justified when race is one factor among several signals. It cites courts and police studies, noting drug interdiction skews demographics and that profiling may harm but remains a legitimate tool.
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Harlingen
United States
Weaver
8Th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
Arlington
Texas
Theron Bowman
Clinton
U.S
Clayton Searle
International Narcotics Interdiction Association
Morgan Reynolds
Criminal Justice Center For the National Center For Policy Analysis
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Jerry Elsen
Dave Storey
Scott Swenson
Peg Schmitz
Deer Rapids
Sco
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Mississippi
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Fort Worth Star Telegram
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