Tough sentencing laws ensure America's safety
A guest column defends mandatory minimum sentences as essential to public safety, arguing they keep dangerous criminals off the streets and deter repeat offenses. It cites crime declines, criticizes ABA and FAMM efforts to repeal, and recounts a high profile case to illustrate perceived injustices. Charles W. Larson, Sr. is identified as the author and U.S. Attorney.
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Blakely Supreme Court
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United States
American Bar Association
Families
ABA
FAMM
America
Dane Virkovsky
Iowa
Yirkovsky
Kovsky
Charles W. Larson
U.S
Department of Justice
Baghdad
Iraq
Iowa Parole Board
Letter questions Kerry’s Vietnam service and voting
A reader argues that judging a presidential candidate by 35 year old claims is flawed. The piece critiques Swift Boat Veterans for Truth and its leaders John E. O’Neill and Charles Colson, urging readers to consider Kerry’s actual service and wartime actions rather than contested portrayals.
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John Kerry
Charles Plumly
Swift Boat Veterans For Truth
Salon
John E. O'Neill
Vietnam
Kerry
Nixon
Charles Colson
Watergate Fame
O'Neill
Letter praises sacrifice during Vietnam conflict
A letter emphasizes devotion to country during the Vietnam era, arguing the choice is clear and underscores ongoing duty and loyalty to national service.
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Vietnam
Kerry U S election clash on Kerry Bush plans
A reader argues Kerry can win back US support while criticizing Bush record and GOP tactics. The letter defends Kerry’s Vietnam service, urges voting Democrat, and questions Kerry's stance on NATO and allied obligations.
Cedar Rapids seeks new indoor recreation center and master plan
Cedar Rapids moves to adopt an indoor recreation center as a priority. The five year master plan aims to align goals with public needs and a grant funded study will guide priorities while noting Parks and Recreation receive higher per acre tax support in comparable cities.
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Cedar Rapids
Ambroz Center
Bever
Ellis
Noelridge
Cherry Hill
Jones Park
Wade Wagner
Kevin Dolan
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Jim Nussle
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Coralville
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