Editorial urges controlling spending to reduce deficit
The Gazette argues deficits approaching 480 billion dollars are manageable if spending is curbed. It notes lower tax revenues from recession and war costs, warns that Social Security is shifting to the minus side, and calls for restrained nonmilitary discretionary spending and smarter tax policy.
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Letters to the Editor on religion politics and unions
A compilation of Iowa readers critiquing religion in government and urging union support. Topics include Roy Moore's stance, school start dates after Labor Day, and the value of unions for wages, healthcare, and retirement security. The letters urge civic engagement and legislative action.
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United Way of East Central Iowa Campaign Appeal
Chuck Peters, Gazette Communications president, serves as volunteer campaign chairman for 2003 United Way. He urges local support to reach an $8.1 million goal, noting United Way funds basic needs health wellness and family strengthening through partner agencies. Call (319) 398-5372 to pledge.
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Libyan payoffs won’t win back world acceptance
Nile Gardiner argues that Muammar Gaddafi’s 2.7 billion compensation for the Lockerbie victims should not buy sanctions relief. He urges Libya to dismantle WMD programs, end terrorism ties, improve rights, and open its economy before any reintegration into the global community.
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