Editorial voices clash over racial violence and civil rights
The Gazette editorial argues that despite White House assurances of no rise in racial violence, incidents like Howard Beach and Forsyth County reveal ongoing racism. It notes rising reported racial incidents, critiques Assistant Attorney General Reynolds, and cites Kennedy’s critique of a climate allowing discrimination.
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Falcons name Campbell white head coach amid coaching color bias
The Atlanta Falcons promoted defensive coordinator Marion Campbell, a white man, as head coach while most NFL teams still employ white coaches. The piece notes the racial barrier in professional football, compares it to baseball and basketball breakthroughs, and questions the merit of systemic bias versus merit.
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Bill Russell
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Letters to the Gazette Raise Bond and Breastfeeding Issues
A reader questions a 10.1 million bond referendum for College Community Schools, arguing high school capacity is adequate, enrollment will drop, and a new pool is unnecessary. The letter also urges more support and education on breastfeeding choices beyond nutritional value.
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Prairie High School
Prairie News
College Community
Prairie
Voters urged to oppose Linn County day care bond plan
A letter urges residents to attend a February 16 public meeting and oppose a 10.1 million bond issue for the Prairie High School area. It argues day care cuts threaten summer programs, questions enrollment projections, and warns against prioritizing bricks and mortar over day care and education. It calls for letters to the Linn County Board of Supervisors and a defeat of the bond vote on February 24.
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St. Wenceslaus
East Side Summer Day
Linn County Board of Supervisors
Amerika controversy over miniseries sparks public debate
The miniseries Amerika portrays a Soviet takeover of the U S ten years hence and includes Nazi like UNSSU figures. Critics warn it could inflame arms race tensions while supporters see potential for public dialogue and civic action. Local groups urge equal time and forums to discuss the program.
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ABC
Community thanks for Campbell soup labels aid
Odessa Finley thanks locals for Campbell soup labels sent to Sister M. Clare in Hays Montana for an Indian school fundraiser. A verse from Sister Giswalda Kramer accompanies the note praising the donors and urging continued goodwill as the year begins.
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Hays
Mont
M. Giswalda Kramer
Odessa
Crew
Outlooks from Eastern Iowans Share Unbounded Views
Readers from eastern Iowa contribute opinions on topics ranging widely. The column invites thoughtful perspectives and personal reflections, emphasizing individual voice and community viewpoint without constraint.
Cedar Rapids Minister Leads Peace with Justice Network
Jeremy Brigham of Cedar Rapids serves as pastor at Peoples Unitarian Universalist Church and coordinates the Cedar Rapids Area Peace with Justice Network while belonging to the Linn County United Nations Association.
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Peace With Justice Network
Cedar Rapids
Peoples Unitarian Universalist Church
Linn County
False premise from two truths in The Gazette column
Anonymous letter points to two truths about Gazette sarcasm and recurring phrases in Iowa newspapers. The piece notes three miscue examples in The Gazette including hyphen rules with phrases like baby-faced and baby faced, and the exception when the first word ends in ly.
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