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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 2006
Page
6
The Gazette argues for a 1 percent Cedar Rapids sales tax funding urgent district needs with short renewal horizons. It analyzes a 10 year plan vs shorter terms, urging flexibility to reflect changing community priorities and avoid locking in outdated projects.
An essay warns of persistent terrorism threats likening attackers to fleas and urges a global, integrated response. It calls for clearer public understanding, stricter travel rules, and sustained funding to grow democracy in Afghanistan and Iraq while addressing emerging violence worldwide. Grounds of Grace Inc. sponsors Reclaim the Child to aid abused Iowa children with residential care, counseling, and a Cedar Rapids fundraiser.
Letter argues taped testimony for victims and jurors only could reduce trauma while noting biases against sex offenders. Questions who benefits from plea bargains, and highlights Grounds of Grace Inc. as a local charity aiding abused children.
Iowa reader Matt Loeb urges opposition to a telecommunication bill that could create a slow lane for some sites. The letter notes Sen. Harkin and Sen. Grassley have not declared positions, while Sen. Wyden and Sen. Snowe propose protections for an open Internet without gatekeepers.
Howard Weinberg asks 2nd District voters to contact Rep. Jim Leach Iowa about fixing the Medicare Part D coverage gap known as the doughnut hole. He notes Leach supported HR 1 in 2003 and has given only evasive replies on the issue.
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