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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 2014
Page
5
The editorial encourages embracing flaws of holiday life over perfect scenes. It mocks idealized Christmas narratives and celebrates laughter, noisy gatherings, imperfect meals, and the warmth of imperfect moments with loved ones. It notes marketers push perfection and wishes readers acceptance of ordinary joy.
Letter to the editor argues for delaying school start until after Labor Day to avoid winter breaks tied to religious holidays. It recalls past calendars and questions Christmas observance in public schools. The writer urges lawmakers to restore traditional Christian values and celebrate Jesus.
Gary Maydew argues work is virtuous and vital for men’s well being. He cites rising unemployment among men 25 to 54, links to prison, manufacturing job losses, and growing trade deficits, and proposes fixes including tax reform, infrastructure rebuilding, and a national gasoline tax to fund repairs.
Rabbi Todd Thalblum of Temple Judah Cedar Rapids writes that Chanukah honors religious freedom after the Jewish revolt against the Seleucids. The menorah in a window symbolizes light for everyone and prompts wishes of freedom blessings and peace for all readers.
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