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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 2012
Page
3
The Gazette argues Senate Minority Leader Jerry Behn proposes a limited death penalty for killers of minors during rape or kidnapping. It notes no Senate prospects or public push, and that Iowa already has life without parole as de facto punishment. The piece criticizes campaign posturing over real criminal justice issues.
Lawmakers in Iowa consider House File 2037 to let officers seek warrants to attach GPS devices to vehicles for up to 30 days in serious crimes. Supporters say it aids evidence gathering. opponents warn of civil liberty risks and urge high probable cause standards before approval.
Diane D. McNamara recalls two girls who paid her bill at Applebee's on February 3, enabling a senior on a tight budget to dine again. The letter also weighs in on Catholic views of contraception and Planned Parenthood funding, urging vigilance for health care rights. Linda Armitage Cedar Rapids responds.
A reader criticizes Jennifer Blocie for anti bullying stance and urges accountability by parents, schools, and courts. The letter argues government should not shield bullies and calls for stronger historic preservation actions in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City projects with NHPA Section 106 guidance.
The piece surveys escalating pet spending from fancy catnip bubbles to orthopedic dog beds and 24hour care centers. It notes cats with novel toys and dogs enjoying premium meals and services, suggesting modern pets live far beyond expected comforts. The tone is wry about the cost and novelty of pet lifestyle trends.
GOP debate on religious freedom and health care devolves into a heated dispute over contraception access. Critics say comments by Foster Friess and others belittle women while Rep. Darrell Issa leads a male panel through a discussion on free birth control coverage, prompting a viral photo and wide backlash.
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