Bible’s Basis for Law Faces Public Tension
The letter argues the nation’s laws are grounded in Bible principles and laments a shift toward rating morality by opinion. It questions who should define right and wrong and defends religious standards, citing public debate over moral authority and a pastor’s perspective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenneth Starr
Abc-Tv
Diane Sawyer
Ken Starr
Starr
Sawyer
Oval Office
God
Letter Writers Clash Over Clinton Perjury and Obstruction
Readers debate Clinton's alleged lies and obstruction of justice in letters to the Gazette. One writer faults media coverage and defends Starr, while another in Iowa City criticizes Deborah Mathis and defends Starr’s scrutiny, noting moral questions surrounding the White House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton
Ken Starr
Diane Sawyer
White House
Washington
Martha L. Mills
North Liberty
Do Not Run Cars In Enclosed Spaces Says Warning
A safety warning urges not to run engines in closed spaces such as garages or car washes due to carbon monoxide risk. It stresses opening doors and installing CO detectors, recalling fatalities and a personal remembrance for John Bayness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
John Bayness
Caregiver Mistake Sparks Infant Safety Warning
A disturbing online rant describes a dangerous improvised setup with a baby, rope, and pacifier, blaming parents for potential harm and suggesting fault lies with product makers instead. The post underscores child safety risks and calls for scrutiny of parental responsibilities.
Gazette letter policy prompts reader submissions
The Gazette opens its pages to letters up to 300 words and requires the writer to include full name street address and daytime phone number. Only the name and hometown will be published, with Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406, or via FAX 319 398 5846 or email gazette fyiowa com.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Gazette
Police Misconduct and Perceived Law Failures Across Jurisdictions
Gazette columnist notes alleged offenses by federal agents and prosecutors, questions police conduct and legal accountability in multiple states. The piece laments perjury by officials, cites immunity and refusals to prosecute, and condemns lax enforcement while urging courage and adherence to law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh
Monica Lewinsky
Los Angeles
Gazette
Dave Rasdal
Iawa
Texas
Cedar Rapids Call to Add Sexual Orientation to Civil Rights
The Rev Penelope Binger argues Cedar Rapids should amend the civil rights ordinance to include sexual orientation, citing personal belief, Christian compassion, and fear of discrimination. She urges City Council to approve the Civil Rights Commission recommendation to ensure equal opportunity in jobs housing and all areas of life.
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Matthew Shepard
God
Holland
Land of the Free
Jesus Christ
Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission
Cedar Rapids
Civil Rights Commission
Penelope Binger
Idioms and preposition usage in American and British English
The writer discusses common idiom and preposition choices for direction and degree. Differences between toward and towards appear by region, with toward favored in the US and towards in Britain, plus guidance on upward upwards and downward downward usage.
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