Iowa President Urges Thoughtful Debate On Naming Gifts
In less than two weeks on the job, University of Iowa President Sally Mason calls for calm discourse on corporate naming of colleges. She weighs Wellmark's 15 million offer for renaming the College of Public Health and warns against gifts with expected favors.
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University of Iowa
Sally Mason
Wellmark Blue Cross
Blue Shield
College of Public Health
Wellmark
Mason
Board of Regents
Population decline may outpace fears of global explosion
The article argues that world population growth may slow due to lower birthrates in several countries, with the UN noting fertility could fall below replacement. It discusses consequences and policy options including education for women, incentives for larger families, extending work beyond retirement, and welcoming skilled immigrants to balance aging societies.
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Economist
United Nations
China
Earth
United States
Supermarket Curequick Clinics Stir Health Debate
A reader argues about placing Curequick health clinics in Hy-Vee stores and St Luke's Hospital, praising access for low income families but warning about bringing illness into groceries. The letter contrasts food-safety fears with clinic locations and political editorial tone criticizing liberals and the Bush administration.
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Hy-Vee’s
St Luke's Hospital
the Gazette
Mediacom underestimates Hawkeye football fans in Iowa
Cedar Rapids reader charges Mediacom misreads Iowa support for the Big Ten Network. He notes thousands wear Hawkeye gear en route to Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium, and says viewers have flooded Mediacom with calls after the Sinclair dispute.
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Mediacom
Iowa
Hawkeye
Hawk
Big Ten
Sinclair Battle
Travis Fiacco
Cedar Rapids
Community Under Strain as Authorities Probe Animal Seizure
In Johnson County authorities seized more than 70 animals including dogs goats cattle and horses from a Solon area property with car carcasses found nearby. Community support emerged from about 80 residents willing to help care for the animals.
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Johnson County
Solon
War drains budget while aging bridges loom
The piece argues that U S infrastructure is aging and underfunded while the Iraq war consumes billions. It cites a cost tally of about 8 000 dollars per second and criticizes President Bush and Republicans while urging Democrats to offer viable solutions beyond surrender.
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Iraq
Minneapolis
Mississippi River
America
Costofwar
Al-Qaida
Tigris
Euphrates
Audience votes on fans ovations and cable fees
Letter writer notes 32.8 percent vs 67.2 percent turnout and questions if audiences overreact with standing ovations. Mentions Daily poll on GazetteOnline and a clash between Ten Network and Mediacom over mandatory sports programming. Expresses desire for Mediacom to resist rising rates and Big Ten Network inclusion.
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A&e
GazetteOnline
David Hunt
Cedar Rapids
Recognize Soldiers Who Fought Without Support
Stephen Long laments lack of home support for Vietnam era soldiers and honors the 58 256 names on the Vietnam Veterans Wall who died protecting each other. He questions the 1969 Selective Service Lottery and contrasts past criticism with today’s recognition.
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Powers That Be
America
Southeast Asia
United States
Stephen Long
Cedar Rapids
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