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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 2000
Page
4
Editorial reviews the week of scrutiny over Dick Cheney as Bush's VP pick. It notes Cheney's conservative 1980s voting record, responses on cop killer bullets and Head Start, and the broader view that voters may dislike both major slates, with third parties possible.
The article argues for using the $56.3 billion budget surplus to pay down the national debt. It notes debt service as the largest outlay, with June spending led by interest on the public debt at $75.9 billion, Social Security, HHS, and military programs.
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns addressing public business. Submit full name, signature, street address and daytime phone number. addresses not published. Desktop or online submissions should include complete identification. Limit about 300 words per letter and one letter per writer every 30 days.
A Cedar Rapids report questions the Iowa Child Project’s plan for a six acre artificial rain forest. It argues the exhibit would mainly promote tourism, lacks authenticity, and could be replaced by film, virtual reality, and related educational displays.
George W. DuCharme voices opposition to designating Cargill land as urban revitalization, arguing it harms neighbors by destroying homes for a parking lot or warehouse. He urges council to prioritize aiding low income areas and preserving housing, inviting residents to the Aug 9 meeting.
In response to a July 15 letter arguing inmates pay, this piece notes calls are charged to families by collect, costing between 3 and 5 dollars for a 10 minute call. It argues prisoners are loved, made in God’s image, and deserve humane consideration. It cites Hebrews 13:3 and Matthew 25:36 to urge compassion.
Local resident asks why Mount Vernon Road construction remains incomplete and signals at 38th Street crosswalk are unusable. They note a crossing guard and a detoured northbound bus, questioning unequal traffic access and pedestrian safety until the intersection is fully reopened.
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