Letters to the Gazette on IBP pollution taxes and Central America arguments
The letter discusses Lake Delhi residents opposing IBP and seeking influence over Manchester growth due to investments and sewage concerns. It also critiques AIDS dental treatment claims, cites AIDS centers in Iowa, reviews Roger Johanson’s column on Central America, and endorses reading The Secret War in Central America and related sources amid disinformation concerns.
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Columbus Junction State Bank
Tom Huston
Lake Delhi
Cedar Rapids
Dubuque
Manchester
Huston
Delaware County
Roger Johanson
U.S. Central American
Nicaragua
Central America
CIA
Mr. Johanson
John Norton Moore
Center For Law and National Security
University of Virginia
Law School
Vietnam
Joe Rinas Urged as Cedar Rapids Mayor for Economic Revival
Voter appeal centers on hiring a mayor who will align government actions with public needs. Advocates praise Joe Rinas for business know how in Linn County and Cedar Rapids and for making government work for the people.
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Cedar Rapids
Joe Rinas
Linn County
Qualifying for Promotion in Cedar Rapids Police
A letter argues that promotion exams limit who can be promoted and questions favoritism in Cedar Rapids Police. It stresses promoted officers are highly qualified and faces public and internal channels for problem resolution. It notes one female detective and one female sergeant, both highly qualified, amid possible favoritism concerns.
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Cedar Rapids
Larry Goodwin accused of abusing system and helpers
A reader identifies Larry Goodwin as having exploited a support network, claiming he charged more than $100 in long distance calls without permission and left town after taking aid from churches and programs. The letter urges readers in Iowa to reconsider assisting such individuals and questions why his family does not help him.
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Larry Goodwin
Iowa
Randy Vandersee
Johnson Ave
Congressional
Congress
Raab column on animal rights draws mixed reactions from advocates
Cynthia A. Thompson defends animal rights against Scott Raab’s July 31 Outlooks critique. She argues advocates pursue cosmetics harm reduction and humane science, rejects insults, notes Amnesty International membership, donor card, and a broader view linking animal treatment to environment and human well being.
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Scott Raab
Bob Barker
Mr. Raab
Cleveland Amory
Jane Goodall
Simps
Amnesty International
Cynthia A. Thompson
Dr. SE
Proposal to tighten Iowa Lake Delhi boating rules
A reader urges lawmakers to reform Iowa boating law after a Lake Delhi survey showed two of three boaters drank while operating and that officers cannot administer breath tests. The letter notes 12 year olds may operate high horsepower boats and calls for no alcohol use, breath tests, and licensing for boats over 20 horsepower.
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Lake Delhi
Iowa
Vet Refuses Care Over Cash Demand For Kitten Emergency
A pet owner recounts calling a veterinarian at 11 pm who insisted on $55 cash plus treatment costs before any discussion or treatment. Unable to pay, the family faced a perceived choice to let the injured kitten suffer, prompting questions about medical ethics and compassionate care. The owner later sought another vet’s guidance, lamenting perceived indifference.
Abortion Debate Allegations Target Planned Parenthood
A letter by Michael Wilson denounces Planned Parenthood for shifting moral views on abortion, claiming prior statements and current actions contradict. The writer links the group to Humanist Manifesto II and warns about vulnerable populations as future targets.
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Planned Parenthood
Nation at Risk and the North Controversy in America
Letter to the editor arguing that the United States is a nation at risk due to government double standards. The writer cites Lt. Col. Oliver North at Iran contra hearings, income tax violators, debt, jobs sent overseas, poverty, crime and the rise of a culture where the word condom becomes common, warning of national decline.
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United States of America
Congress
Col
Oliver North
Col. North
Gazette Readers Letters Policy Summary
The Gazette invites letters from readers while not guaranteeing accuracy or judging opinions. It states that contradictions or corrections are welcome and will have equal opportunity for publication.
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Gazette
Eastern Iowa Letters on Life and Local Views
Periodic observations from thoughtful Eastern Iowans sharing personal reflections. Topics vary widely and opinions reflect individual perspectives.
Dan Langfield Leads Linn County Medical Society
Dan Langfield of Cedar Rapids serves as executive director of the Linn County Medical Society, guiding its operations and medical community outreach in the region.
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Cedar Rapids
The
Linn County Medical Society
Television's Colossus of Rhodes and the made for TV world
A critical compare of television's power to shape society and politics. The essay targets televangelism and political manipulation via TV, citing figures like Tammy Faye Bakker Oral Roberts Ollie North and Reagan. It questions media hype, celebrity culture, and the presidency shaped by televised image versus ethics. The piece laments the misused opportunity to expand knowledge through television.
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Rhodes
Jim
Tammy Bakker
Oral Roberts
Jesus
Ollie
Fawn Hall
Tammy
Oral
Admiral Poindexter
Ronald Reagan
Melvin Bell
North
Iowa
Litotes and Double Negatives in a Washington Post debate
Mount Vernon reader Walter Gormly recalls a Washington Post letters page feud over whether a sentence like I can't help but believe he didn't do it is a double negative. The discussion covers litotes and examples such as I kid you not and I praise you not.
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Walter Gormly
Mount Vernon
The
Washington Post
Gormly
Waiter
H.W. Fowler
Paul
Fowler
Post
Jack Paul
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Johanson
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