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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 2002
Page
5
A reader condemns the Supreme Court for ruling virtual child pornography is protected by free speech. They warn of slippery lines and argue that morality, not abstract rights, should limit speech involving innocent children and indecent acts.
Dan Ramsey of Tobacco Free Iowa argues the higher cigarette tax would raise 113 million for budgets and anti smoking efforts though critics say funds should target smoking prevention and not ease state finances The Gazette notes only five states meet CDC guidance on spending tobacco settlement funds and Iowa is not listed.
The author argues government should not regulate smoking in restaurants and bars, calling it a public health issue grounded in solid science. They challenge figures on tobacco and obesity deaths and favor freedom for smokers while supporting accommodations to reduce exposure without bans.
Maquoketa and Springville readers ponder phrasing and grammar in local clips. The column highlights observations on quotes and language while noting a single reader effort and a nod to Henry Higgins.
Mike Deupree offers a weekly column titled one lowan's perspective on the world and how it does or doesn’t work. The Gazette publishes his pieces three times weekly on page 2A Tuesday Thursday and Sunday.
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