Grinch-like economy grips readers after Cedar Rapids flood
The Gazette editor notes grim national figures for 2007 08 including $822 billion in household debt 36 percent rise in unemployment and 31.6 million food stamp recipients while Cedar Rapids flood damage climbs to 5.6 billion. Charities report increased giving as Salvation Army and The Arc of East Central Iowa face flood costs and higher demand for aid with an 11 percent rise in Red Kettle goal to 586000 while outreach expands beyond the disaster.
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Winter driving tips spark safer Iowa roadsharing
A reader laments poor winter driving in Iowa and urges drivers to increase rearview checks, maintain space, and pull over after six cars queue up to prevent accidents. The letter underscores common courtesy and safety amid harsh conditions.
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Iowa City
Lori Chalupa Kalona
Blagojevich faces call to resign over Senate seat scheme
Yesterday's notes question whether Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich should resign after accusations he sought to sell Barack Obama's vacant U.S. Senate seat. The controversy centers on alleged quid pro quo and political pressure as investigations unfold.
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Local option tax vote stance prompts readers debate
A Gazette reader poll question asks if residents agree with Cedar Rapids City Council not pursuing a voter approved local option sales tax for flood recovery costs. The piece includes commentary on government spending and mentions Jo nas Goldberg and Proposition 8 with a critical view of religious groups in politics.
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Church of Jesus Christ
Jan Belknap
Marion
Mumbai violence linked to stalled India Pakistan peace push
The piece argues Mumbai attacks aimed to derail Pakistan India reconciliation. It cites Pakistani figures like Makhdoom Qureshi and Husain Haqqani, notes President Zardari’s moves to engage India, and urges U.S. diplomacy including a special South Asia envoy and pressure on Pakistan to crack down on Lashkar e Taiba.
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Companies too big to fail pose risks to country
The writer argues that bailing out Detroit automakers burdens taxpayers and protects inept firms. They question guaranteeing GM and Chrysler for 1000 years and contend a U.S. auto collapse is limited to Detroit, while Toyota and Honda would still produce cars without government subsidies.
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