Letter writers clash over church duty and welfare policy
A reader argues charity must stay with churches not the state and criticizes welfare shifts. A second writer rebukes liberal rhetoric and defends theContract with America while urging readers to judge claims against reality.
DNR Criticized Over Shifting Hunting Stance at Mines of Spain
Audrey E Rahn of Cedar Rapids condemns the DNR for changing its position on hunting at Mines of Spain Park in Dubuque and questions the fairness for wildlife. She argues public sentiment, not experts, should drive river wildlife policies and labels hunters as unethical in a heated appeal.
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Newt Gingrich’s remarks on homosexuality spark diversity debate
A reader argues that Gingrich’s comparison of being gay to alcoholism and nearsightedness misframes natural diversity. The letter suggests likening homosexuality to left-handedness, noting both are deviations from the majority yet not inherently negative.
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Newt Gingrich
Farmers fault in price swings tied to supply and demand
Letter argues that farm prices fall when overproduction rises and rise when underproduction occurs, blaming farmers’ greed rather than President Clinton. It asserts farmers overproduce, economists call for market-driven pricing, and opposes new farm subsidy or government intervention.
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Clinton
Be businesslike About federal waste and agency leadership
A letter argues Medicare oxygen spending and broader federal waste reflect poor management. The writer urges agency heads to run programs like businesses or be replaced, noting confrontations reveal ignorance and calling for accountable leadership.
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Waco
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Central City
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