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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 2008
Page
4
The Gazette editor warns drivers about treacherous winter conditions in Eastern Iowa much like 2008 09 with long delays and poor visibility. Readers are urged to prepare by allowing extra time driving slower and increasing distance while keeping up vehicle maintenance and packing for emergencies and to maintain patience on long commutes.
A reader letters column discusses Fox News bias and its impact on Obama while praising Outfoxed, questions about the slippery slope in same sex marriage, and critiques of a Cedar Rapids local option tax proposal. Local residents urge focusing on flood relief funding and oppose a 2 percent sales tax without voter approval.
South Carolina aims to push Iowa in the Outback Bowl with a strong defense and balanced offense. Boss players and coaching strategies key the matchup as both teams seek a signature bowl win.
Letter argues against a 2 percent sales tax without a clear flood recovery plan. Urges council to detail use of funds, seek voter approval, and pressure state leaders including Loebsack Harkin and Grassley to act.
The piece critiques the 2008 election results and laments lack of quality candidates. It singles out McCain as a poor leader choice while urging a purge of neoconservatives and highlighting Huckabee Jindal as potential strong ticket options for 2012. It calls for a connection candidate who resonates with families and reduces big government.
The Advocate essay argues gay rights differ from racial equality struggles yet face mutual ally challenges. It notes Barack Obama's win and Prop 8 defeat, analyzes black voter impact, church involvement, and calls for bottom up progress through public education rather than court-imposed outcomes.
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