Editorial: Fix, don't choke the financial system
The Gazette argues for targeted financial reform to close regulatory gaps without overreach. It urges strengthening enforcement of existing rules, preserving market productivity, and avoiding excessive red tape that could curb growth from Wall Street to Iowa towns. It warns against repeating costly bailouts and warns senators to tread wisely.
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Letters on FEMA aid and political discourse in Cedar Rapids
A Cedar Rapids reader questions FEMA aid disparities between the Sinclair site cleanup and a flood-damaged home, attacks partisan rhetoric, condemns the Bush era and mocks Fox News figures, and urges humility and reason ahead of the next election. The letter is signed Symon R. Sanborn.
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Davis interview shows why CBS 2 is on top
Jerry R Johnson praises CBS 2 for an interview with injured officer Tim Davis led by Jack Miller and Tiffany. He credits CBS 2 with engaging questions and strong local news coverage, while noting Channel 9 as a distant competitor. The weather and sports notes contrast between channels.
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Hatred of Obama fuels Tea Party mission, author argues
Thomas Sass from Iowa City argues in a New York Times piece that Tea Party members are overwhelmingly white and driven by hatred of President Obama. He asserts they resent taxes, praise Social Security and Medicare, and are influenced by media pundits like Rush Limbaugh.
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Hip and Holy Not Mutually Exclusive Opinion Letter
In a letter from Lucy Hershberger Solon, she argues that Christian rock and holiness can coexist. She cites experiences at a David Crowder Band concert and a gym worship session with 300 youths, noting that personal paths to holiness vary and old hymns can mix with modern worship.
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Solon
Sidewalk Prophets
Dave Frey
Cedar Rapids
Mercy Me
Family Force 5
Francesca Battistelli
Remedy Drive
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GOP risk on Wall Street rules sparks Senate clash
Senate battles over stricter financial reform as Democrats press for tougher oversight while Republicans push closed door talks to water down the bill. Reid vows votes. McConnell and Cornyn meet executives to shape the outcome amid Wall Street profits and investor concerns.
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Harry Reid
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Mitch McConnell
John Cornyn
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Partnership for Trees Forever and Alliant Energy in Iowa
A guest column recounts a two decade partnership between Trees Forever and Alliant Energy that began in Belmond and grew into Branching Out a statewide program. It notes 124000 volunteers planting over 1100000 trees saving energy and boosting homes, with 92 percent tree survival and emphasis on education and native larger trees.
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Alliant Energy
Belmond
Trees Forever and
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Trees Forever
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