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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 2001
Page
10
A letter from Jim Walters of Johnson County Labor Party argues for a true living wage set above the current 5.15 per hour. He notes over 100000 Iowans earn minimum wage and many support dependents, urging wage floors tied to cost of living and health insurance access.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for the accuracy of information in reader letters nor imply agreement with opinions. It reserves space for corrections or contradictions by other readers in future publications.
The writer argues against using scripture to oppose taxes referencing Matthew 22 15-22. He notes government taxation is permissible per Jesus and questions how public amenities are funded. He urges reading all of Jesus' teachings before using The Word to support anti tax positions.
A reader argues that higher pay does not guarantee greater student achievement, noting teachers already give 100 percent and still face fatigue. The letter agrees teachers deserve more pay to compensate for the hard work they already do, not to spur extra effort.
A 6 parish in cargo ship crash headline drew mixed responses from readers in multiple towns. Mrs. Raymond Novey and others commented that it misdirected attention toward churches while Cathy Lloyd humorously cataloged grammar goofs and quips, reflecting broad public engagement with the odd headline.
A playful critique of grammar and word usage cites examples like I's for possessive and friers imagery. It muses on correct terms such as naught and clarifies phrases in sports and ads with punning explanations.
Opinion argues partisanship sustains democracy. unity rhetoric risks sidelining conviction. It contends debates on abortion, race, guns, death penalty, speech, religion, and sexuality define liberty and justice, noting three presidential terms of division. Steve Moshier, Marion.
Columns warn that Bush administration appointees and Republican leaders push Southern heritage values and policies seen as returning to Old South era civil rights rollbacks. Critics cite funds cuts to family planning, fetal research limits, school vouchers, and MFN stance on China.
The Gazette welcomes letters and guest columns but notes not all can be printed. Public business letters are preferred and may be edited. Writers must include full name signature full street address and daytime phone number though addresses are not published. 300 word limit per letter one letter per writer per 30 days. Column length about 650 words. Mailing address provided. Fax and email contact included.
The author argues for caps on prescription drug prices and income, proposing government regulated limits on profits and ad spending. They warn against free market competition, urging utilities style regulation to keep drug costs from rising for non seniors.
The author argues against removing fuel taxes and the Underground Storage Tank Fund. He favors preserving funding for roads, conservation, and energy programs and suggests redirecting excess funds as energy rebates to households rather than abolishing taxes. Written by Guy Geinzer of Lisbon.
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