Condemn the deed not the breed letter urges tone
A letter from Susan Brandt president of Bulldog Haven APBT Club condemns a raid that removed 12 American pit bull terriers from a home. The writer clarifies the involved man is not an Iowa APBT Club member and urges a positive breed image, inviting pamphlet requests to Vinton Iowa.
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Bulldog Haven
Apbt Club
P.O. Box
Vinton
Susan Brandt Club
Wild Cedar Rapids teens earn praise for service
A reader commends the St Pauls Methodist Youth Group for their Arizona playground project and local goodwill. The writer, mentioning a daughter among the teens, praises their nonprofit efforts, fundraising, and public diplomacy that brought Cedar Rapids recognition. The letter credits the youth and mentors for positive impact.
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Cedar Rapids
St. Paul's
Branstad’s leadership amid Iowa’s 1990s economic crisis
Carol Golden notes Terry Branstad guided Iowa through bank closings foreclosures and inflation, building a diversified economy that withstood 1993 floods. She contrasts his Republican stance with Democratic rhetoric, arguing for individual spending rights against big government.
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Terry Branstad
Branstad
Iowa
Deregulation critique echoes from Cedar Rapids reader
Francis C. Gillon argues deregulation of AT&T and the Bell System was a mistake. He claims MCI and Teleconnects posed as long‑distance firms without true wires and urges focus on education and fiber optics over more phone bills and directory space. He references McLeod and the Gazette editorial.
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McLeod
Charles McGowan
MCI
AT&T/Bell
McIs
Francis C. Gillon
Cedar Rapids
Reader condemns Bonnie Campbell views on long-term care reform
A reader criticizes Bonnie Campbell for being poorly informed about the long-term care industry and recent government reform. The letter asserts her stance disrespects thousands of Iowa caregivers and elderly in care.
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Bonnie Campbell
Gazette invites letters and guest columns
The Gazette opens for letters and guest columns while noting not all can be printed. Submissions require full name signature address and daytime phone number. addresses are not published. Send to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or via Fax email as specified.
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Cedar Rapids Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
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Fluoride Debate Questions Water Fluoridation Safety
The author argues fluoride is a poison used against pests and claims it hardens bones and teeth while noting harmful effects. Proponents assert safety but conceal proof, while critics challenge studies and media accountability, suggesting elite promoters influence public opinion and policy.
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