Letters to the Gazette protest United Way not funding MHA
Readers criticize The Gazette for printing United Way's halt of funds to Mental Health Advocates of Linn County. The letter writers urge balanced coverage and inclusion of MHA voices, sharing personal experience with MHA services and asking for discussion of funding streams and service impact.
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United Way
Linn County
MHA
Iowa
Department of Human Services
Des Moines
United Way Board of Directors
Eugene Chism
Karen Hindenach
Cedar Rapids
Circus Critique Sparks Debate Over Animal Welfare
Reader letters condemn the circus for cruelty and question the truth of animal care claims. They urge educators to avoid cruelty in curricula and propose alternatives like a free circus workshop for teachers.
Class Act at The Five Stars in Cedar Rapids
The Five Seasons Center hosted a charity night on July 18 benefiting the Law Enforcement Torch Run and Special Olympics. Performers Christy Lane Ferlin Husky Britt Small and Dan Willis drew about 500 attendees in Cedar Rapids with proceeds going to the cause.
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Christy Lane
Ferlin Husky
Britt Small
Dan Willis
Dee Coffin
Delores Anderson
Cedar Rapids
Gazette Letters Policy and Submission Guidelines
The Cedar Rapids Gazette outlines that letters and guest columns are welcome but not all can be printed. Submissions may be edited and cannot be returned. Include full name signature address and daytime phone. 300 word limit, one letter per writer every 30 days. Address Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids 52406. Fax 396-5846 Email Gazette Net on Fiona 368-8800 or CompuServe 75144 1041.
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Stop Christian bashing by living to Christ's standards
Letter writer Dean E. Owens of Palo argues that criticism of Christians stems from a perceived mismatch between claimed faith and behavior. He says conservatives misuse religion for political power, and urges Christians to align with Christ's teachings to reduce bashing.
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Dean E. Owens Palo
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