Trump State of the Union address assessed for restraint and action
The president delivered a toned State of the Union focusing on economic growth infrastructure and immigration but the editorial questions his follow through and bipartisanship. It notes Mueller probe domestic divisions and a volatile temperament complicating timely results.
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Reynolds Pro-Growth Vision Highlights Iowa Leadership
A community letter praises Gov. Kim Reynolds for eight months of leadership as Iowa advances with a strong job market and responsible budgeting. The writer highlights high school graduation rates and forecasts continued pro-growth policies benefiting children, students, workers, and small businesses across the state.
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Iowa
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Iowans Call for Clean Water Protections
A Linn County Izaak Walton League leader urges action for healthier drinking water across Iowa. The group, with about 6 000 Iowa members, highlights widespread water quality concerns and calls for stronger oversight and river basin protections.
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Bob Godlove
Izaak Walton
Cedar Rapids
DRESS for SUCCESS in TODAYS WORKPLACE quality
Iowans contribute to the Gulf dead zone due to nitrate runoff. The Gazette notes SF512 lacks funds baseline monitoring. The author urges Gov Reynolds and Legislature to fund the Natural Resource and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund with a 3/8 cent sales tax to raise over $180 million annually. Bob Godlove calls for action.
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Kim Reynolds
Natural Resource and Outdoor Recreation Trust
Immigration debate and sanctuary cities in Williams column
Walter Williams questions why Americans tolerate illegal immigration from Mexico Central America the Caribbean Africa and the Middle East while contrasting past immigrant assimilation. He argues sanctuary cities shield criminals and asks if equal enforcement should apply to all lawbreakers. He cites Emma Lazarus and defends legal immigration while opposing illegal entry.
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Editorial guidelines for letters to the editor
The Gazette outlines rules for submitting letters to the editor including length limits and contact details. It lists the editor address Box 1862 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 and a questions line with phone number 319 396 8469.
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Cedar Rapids
Newbo evolve festival debuts in Cedar Rapids with high price tag
GO Cedar Rapids announces a three day festival costing over 4 million dollars featuring Kelty Clarkson and Maroon 5 headlining shows. Passes priced at 375 for 18 and older. 4000 total. The festival aims to blend music fashion dance food and tech while facing access and cost concerns.
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