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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 2013
Page
5
The Gazette editorial argues for a balanced use of Iowa's nearly 1 billion dollar surplus. Some Republicans favor an 800 million dollar tax rebate, while advocates urge investing in long-term growth, mental health care, roads, schools, and public safety. The piece cautions against a full refund and urges preserving a cushion for future economic swings.
Robert M. Hardaway a University of Denver law professor argues that Reagan Bush amnesty programs increased illegal immigration and hurt minorities. He criticizes big business for resisting enforcement and endorses policies to make legal immigration more attractive than illegal entry.
Birgit Brun Coffman argues the NRA dominates public perception of safety, cites gun research suppression, and urges voters to question candidates about NRA funding, divest from funds holding gun firms, and speak out to resist minority tyranny. She references the 2010 census and NRA membership figures.
A critic argues a casino and smoking legalization harm community health while urging a vote on the project. The author questions location plans for Second Avenue and notes perceived protection for smokers amid secondhand smoke concerns.
Don Turner argues Linn County already has extensive gaming including lotto, scratch cards, and pull tabs with proceeds not going to local government. He notes that opponents could abstain from casinos while casual players visit multiple venues. Marion.
Robert L. McBride argues for four term limits for U.S. senators mirroring a president’s two term rule, citing Grassley and Harkin careers in the Senate and House, and calls for new ideas to serve all people.
The writer calls Governor Branstad to acknowledge climate change impacts and adopt bipartisan proposals like the Iowa Renewable Energy Jobs 2020. It argues for immediate leadership to cut energy costs and create jobs, urging endorsement of the plan.
Kathleen Parker argues that claims favoring women in direct combat are built on false assumptions. She cites physical disparities, higher female stress fractures, and potential standard reductions, warning this could erode military effectiveness and fairness. She calls for debate and alternative paths to promote women without pitting genders in combat.
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