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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 2006
Page
7
Stacie Eastman writes about the emotional strain of children starting school and growing up. She recalls moments of pride and fear as her son and daughter mature, while noting the ache of letting go and the shift from mom to Mom in daily life.
Kathleen Braun of Cedar Rapids asks why electronic Diebold voting machines are used in Linn County and whether a verified paper trail exists. She notes concerns about security, recounts, and tabulation by the same politically connected company and calls for scrutiny and a move away from these machines.
Carol Hills notes the MORE LETTERS program appears in the upcoming Sunday edition and may also appear in the Wednesday paper. local readers should check both papers for details and schedule.
Jim Cannon says despite a new city government form and a council change, few differences remain. He urges faster work, better meeting attendance, professional attire, and accountability for mayor and mayor pro-tem who were away in China.
Gazette readers share an alternate reality with claims ranging from oil costs to four hundred thousand embryos and World Trade Center theories. The piece argues the Bush administration and right wing media propagate misinformation, shaping public belief and divisions.
Reader thanks area musicians and Gazette for August 6 coverage of the Cedar Rapids Municipal Band outdoor concerts and suggests including concert location in Sunday paper to boost attendance and awareness.
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