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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 2005
Page
4
The Gazette editor urges the City Council to advance a 21-only ordinance or other measures to curb underage drinking. Six months after a self policing approach, arrests remain high and public shaming has little effect. the piece commends the advisory council but calls for stronger penalties and enforcement.
A reader panel argues about U.S. wars and Iraqi casualties, social security reform, and political leadership. The letters praise Grassley and Harkin for bipartisan action while condemning taxes and infrastructure neglect. They criticize a high speed chase linked to Katrina Starr Nelson and comment on accountability and public safety.
A study by Ken Lew Friedland examines how students pursue volunteer hours for resumes rather than civic growth. It argues for project-based service tied to classroom learning, with Chicago and other districts shifting from hours to meaningful community projects and outcomes.
Readers debate whether Iowa state employees are “bottom feeders” after Sen. Mark Zieman described pension plan participants in harsh terms during a Senate floor discussion. The exchange prompts questions about the remark’s impact on public servants and the senator’s subsequent response.
A debate surfaces over raising taxes on cigarettes, fast foods, alcohol, and sugary drinks to curb health risks. Proponents cite rising healthcare costs while opponents warn of regressive effects and personal choice limits.
The April 21 letter arguing police chases are reckless is countered by citing Iowa codes. The pursuit began at 3 22 am in a rural area and the driver’s eluding behavior violates sections 321.279 and 321.299, with potential charges under 702.13.
A letter complains of rampant dishonesty among lawmakers, accusing elites of pursuing personal gain and duping the public for re-election. The writer contrasts past honesty with present corruption and urges voters to toss out privileged congressmen. The piece also laments sex offender policy and proposes harsher measures.
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