Editorial: Iowa seniors deserve smarter drug discounts
The editorial criticizes Governor Vilsack for proposing mandatory rebates from drug makers to Iowa seniors, arguing it risks shortages and lowers momentum by limiting discounts to a narrowly Iowa program. It urges expanding Priority to neighboring states or creating a multistate coalition to gain real buying power without forced price controls.
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Iowa
Vilsack
Doug Gross
Midwest
Gross
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Illinois
Spelling Reform Proponent Promotes Feelings Over Rules
The New York Times notes Richard L. Wade, a retired writer, advocates spelling based on how words feel. Wade suggests computer tools may aid the shift, echoing earlier efforts by Roosevelt Shaw and McCormick. A reader says the idea may fizzle despite broad support.
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New York Times
Richard L. Wade
the Times
Wade
Theodore Roosevelt
George Bernard Shaw
Robert McCormick
Chicago Tribune
Times
John Doe
Christians Fight Bigotry In Faith Debate Across Borders
E L Stuempfig writes from Vinton urging Muslims and Christians to reject bigotry and promote tolerance. He notes Christians face media ridicule, cites Islam's persecution in Afghanistan Pakistan Indonesia and Saudi Arabia, and calls on Muslim neighbors to speak against hatred and uphold freedom.
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Jesus Christ
Christ
Texas
Afghanistan
Pakistan
Indonesia
Philippines
Saudi Arabia
Qwest Stock Woes Prompt Calls For Corporate Integrity
Chuck Gradeville of Cedar Rapids questions Qwest after its 1990s merger with U S West and a dividend cut. He cites insider stock sales from 1999 to 2001 totaling over 2.3 billion in gains as the firm faces accounting corrections.
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Qwest
Northwestern Bell
U.S. West
Rocky Mountain News
New York Times
Chuck Gradeville
Cedar Rapids
No-fence stance after Palisades Park death sparks debate
A Marion family's tragedy at Kepler State Park Palisades prompts discussions on personal responsibility over park fences. Critics argue accidents happen despite caution and question why the boy walked a dog in a hazardous area while supporters stress accountability rather than blame.
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Palisades
Kepler State Park
McDonald's
United States
It Takes Five Seconds to Buckle Up
A safety message urges buckling seat belts in five seconds to reduce injury or death. It notes belts keep occupants inside the vehicle during crashes and shares a poignant contrast about happier news from a hospital versus tragedy from an accident.
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Dan Quayle
Hillary Clinton
Dilbert
Modest proposal to keep up the economy and fairness
A reader criticizes Congress for neglecting the economy during the Clinton years and proposes spending controls, price ceilings, and rationing. The letter suggests criminal offenders generate power via treadmill labor and calls for budget reform to stop perpetual spending increases. The writer signs as Hillard H. Aldrich Atkins.
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Hillard H. Aldrich Atkins
The Gazette Seeks Letters From Readers And Guest Columns
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns addressing public business. Submissions must include writer full name signature street address and daytime phone. Anonymous pieces not accepted. 300 word limit per writer every 30 days. Address details provided for submissions.
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the Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
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