Editorial: Attack on Iraq not Wag the Dog stunt
The piece argues the Iraq attack was not the act of a single man but a planned operation involving many in government and abroad. It suggests timing was chosen to avoid impeachment distractions, notes Ramadan concerns, and critiques the Wag the Dog parallel as unfair and illogical.
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Clinton faces impeachment timing shadow after Iraq strike
The piece weighs Clinton's decision to strike Iraq amid impeachment talks. It notes praise from some for decisive action and criticism from others about timing, political tact, and credibility. It cites Baram, Lott, Hyde, Hatch, and Eagleburger while flagging possible further scrutiny.
Social Security reform ideas across the political spectrum
Actuary Steve Malerich argues for a blended approach rooted in Robert Myers original design: lower payroll taxes now, gradual retirement age increases, and measured tax hikes aligned to system needs. He warns demographics and productivity shifts will shape future funding and stresses planning for uncertainty.
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Letters to the Gazette stir debate on civil rights and values
Readers weigh in on Cedar Rapids housing and job protections for gays, the use of sexual orientation in the city’s civil rights code, and defend family values while condemning hate. Anne R. Samuelson argues for protections, while others push against labeling as gay rights.
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Cedar Rapids
Anne R. Samuelson
Iowa City
Ames
Veterans Memorial Stadium
Gazette invites public letters and guest columns
The Cedar Rapids Gazette seeks letters and guest columns addressing public business. Submissions must include full name, signature, address, and daytime phone. no anonymous letters. Editors reserve edits and return none. limit about 300 words per letter.
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Letter to the Editor Advocates Fair Tax Changes
Cedar Rapids reader Linda Huber endorses the Gazette editorials on tax refunds while urging caution. She argues some refunds should pass but questions future tax increases and who will bear them if the economy cools.
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Linda Huber
Cedar Rapids
Presidential conduct questioned over Iraq policy and impeachment
Criticism accuses President Clinton of using impeachment pressure to justify attacking Iraq. The speaker cites a televised denial regarding Monica Lewinsky and argues the administration lacks credibility and must be ousted promptly.
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