Deer culling eyed to curb metro area deer herd
A Linn County task force may soon propose hunting within city limits to reduce a metro deer population now near two thousand. Sharp shooters would be preferred to prevent traffic collisions, with deer butchered for food banks.
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Nike ad sparks anger from Olympic athletes over silver insult
Silver medalist Amy White voices offense at a Nike campaign claiming you don’t win silver. Nike defends the spot citing athletes who equate second place with not winning and references the Dream Team as inspiration.
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Dole Christian coalition raises questions about price of support
The piece argues the Dole campaign and the Christian Coalition are closely linked, facing disputes over money, influence, and ideological alignment. It notes FEC and IRS scrutiny, concerns about anti Jewish and anti Catholic perceptions, and the broader impact on campaign reform and party balance. It highlights gun lobby dynamics, trial lawyers, AFL-CIO influence, and corporate spending shaping politics.
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Letters to the Gazette Defend Christian Evangelism and Jewry
A reader argues that Christian missions must include Jews and all peoples. He cites Romans 1 16 and Acts 4 4 to stress that Paul Peter and John preached to Jewish audiences and that Baptists are not unbiblical in witnessing to Jews. He condemns campus critics of Christian outreach.
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Dole tax plan blasted as harming the common man
Raymond F Wells of Cedar Rapids criticizes 15 percent across the board tax cuts proposed by Dole, arguing they would raise taxes on the poor and cut Social Security for many while protecting the wealthy. He contrasts this with Clinton’s stated honesty and urges readers to wake up to self-serving motives in politics.
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Gazette letter submission policy and contact details
The Gazette outlines a 300 word letter limit and requires name, street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown will be published. Submissions should be sent to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or by fax or email.
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Vote Yes for Cedar Rapids Educational Support Levy
Craig Thorn of Cedar Rapids urges approving the instructional support levy to provide Cedar Rapids students better technology and learning materials. He notes second graders using school library computers to research topics and praises staff for effective use of equipment and guidance.
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Protect Your Pet From Heat This Summer
Community member Randi Mecsko of Cedar Rapids warns against leaving pets in hot cars. She urges residents to keep animals at home on 90 degree days and suggests trying a humane experiment to feel the danger.
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Smithsonian marks 150 years as a national knowledge institution
The article notes the 150th anniversary of the Smithsonian, born from James Smithson's bequest and signed into law under President Polk. It details the institution's global reach, vast budget, thousands of staff and volunteers, and its role shaping Washington's culture across 14 museums plus its free access and international impact.
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