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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 2001
Page
8
The Gazette lists Mark Bowden as Executive Editor Jerry Elsen as Editor of Editorial Pages and Editorial Board Chairman Dave Storey as Vice President Editorial operations Scott Swenson as Circulation Director and Peg Schmitz as Vice President Print Operations
The Cedar Rapids Community School Board hides minutes from closed meetings, denying Ann Rosenthal access after attending a public hearing instead. The Iowa Attorney General's Office says attendees who miss a closed session can later obtain minutes and tapes, a view the board disputes.
The piece argues Bush overpromised with postwar rhetoric and suggests his 47.9 percent vote share and mid 80s poll numbers masked a risk: wartime surge could fade as public perception shifts. It notes bin Laden's elusive status, media framing, and the danger of overpromising in guiding public opinion.
The Gazette welcomes letters and guest columns but notes not all columns can be printed. Public business letters are preferred and all material may be edited. Writers must include full name, signature, street address, and daytime phone number. addresses are not published and anonymous submissions are not allowed. Letter limit is 300 words, one per writer every 30 days. Column length suggested under 650 words. Mailing address is The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406. Fax 319 398-5846. Email gazeditfyiowa.com with full name address and phone.
A Dec 12 letter argues the US founding was secular despite deist founders. It says government must not favor religion, warns against harassment if students pray in school, and advocates private or outside prayer during breaks to protect civil liberties.
Henry C. Wulff argues for a robust national passenger rail system led by Amtrak. He cites post 9 11 disruptions, Amtrak’s adjustments, and the need for capital for equipment and security. He advocates $15 billion in safety and modernization investments and stronger long distance routes.
Jeff Durbin of Hiawatha blames Senators Daschle Harkin and other Democrats for obstructing a bipartisan stimulus package. He criticizes the Democrats for opposing a bill that includes unemployment benefits extensions and COBRA subsidies, arguing they prefer a weak economy to score political points. He cites friends in Omaha who have been laid off and risk losing benefits.
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