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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 2000
Page
8
A reflective piece extols winter as elegant and peaceful while contrasting it with summer and other seasons. The author likens winter to Audrey Hepburn, calling it quiet, luminous, and soothing, a time for fireside chats, books, and introspection amid critic and praise of seasonal vibes.
A discussion of usage errors from a 1999 context referencing homicide and language quirks. Notes on incidence versus incidents, subject-verb agreement, and phrases like lighthouse symbolism and laundry list. Mentions Judy Cashner and James Meier with examples of terminology in journalism.
A reader denounces political ads praising Al Gore and criticizes Senator Tom Harkin for backing Gore. The letter questions the VP’s role, loyalty of lawmakers to parties, and the influence of money in politics, calling for traditional American ideals. Paul J. Stoppers, Marion.
State Rep Rosemary Thomson proposes banning alcohol on all Iowa public and private colleges and universities. The measure is criticized as overreach denying rights and possibly pushing students to drink and drive, risking more injuries and deaths.
Cort Stapleton reports North Korea continues to aid the Congo in a bloody civil war by training forces and pursuing uranium rich reserves. Eyewitness accounts verify uranium moved to North Korean military trucks as concerns rise over missile and delivery capabilities backed by China and Russia.
Jerry Elsen argues in a January column that Iowa taxpayers spend funds on coaches and athletic directors to feel good while many Iowans want lower taxes and expanded health care and services. He urges shifting money toward public aid and universal health coverage.
The Gazette accepts letters and guest columns on public business. Include full name signature address and daytime phone. Letters up to 300 words, one per writer every 30 days. Submissions to The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 FAX 319 398 5846 email gazedit fyiowa com include complete identifying details.
Harold Zink of Cedar Rapids argues that campaign finance reform is essential to protect election integrity, noting influence peddling has grown heavier and calling on Congress to level the playing field and stop buying advantage for candidacy.
A letter criticizes the 1990s American political scene and calls out government overreach. The writer contrasts republic and democracy, mocks campaigns, cites Uncle Sam and media influence, and praises Alan Keyes as an American statesman in the republic of America.
Gordon Freeburg of Cedar Rapids endorses George W. Bush for president citing his education reforms and honesty. He criticizes John McCain for campaign choices and questions loyalty to Iowa voters, praising those who served and remembering fallen and waiting spouses.
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