Editorial endorses Porter Goss as CIA chief
The Gazette urges quick confirmation of Porter Goss to head the CIA after George Tenet’s July resignation. While critics worry he is too close to the agency and partisan, supporters cite his insider knowledge, bipartisanship, and qualifications, arguing a prolonged fight serves no national security purpose.
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Iowa
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Bob Graham
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Local Iowa letters rail against Leach and praise service
Readers discuss U S House candidate Jim Leach and challenger Dave Franker, noting campaign funds and endorsements. Posts praise Leach for international ties while others recount volunteers helping constituents, from Muscatine County to Iowa City, including a neighbor’s aid after a robbery.
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Jim Leach
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Cedar Rapids
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Veterans Administration Hospital
Iowa City
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Iowa
Muscatine County
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Richard Obersoell
Letters praise Dave Franker despite loose case making
Supporters of congressional candidate Dave Franker write letters that often miss the mark in arguing for him. Examples cite door knocking over travel to raise PAC money and note that a schoolteacher can run for Congress and win, reflecting local views on candidate integrity and accessibility.
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Controversial Black Candidates Split GOP Roll in Illinois and Tennessee
Derrick K. Baker critiques Alan Keyes and James Hart as provocative GOP figures whose campaigns reward divisive race politics. He argues the strategy frightens minority voters, deepens party rifts, and undermines progress while labeling Hart extremist and Keyes overly partisan despite high profiles.
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Detroit
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