Term limits push faces visceral appeal in Iowa debate
The Gazette notes Iowa lawmakers approved term limits for state officials amid a broader national push. It questions the appeal as driven by frustration rather than sound policy, citing turnover in legislatures and the risks to experience in lawmaking, while contrasting with the 22nd Amendment and historic instances.
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Discontent grows in New Hampshire GOP primary
The national race heats in New Hampshire with Bob Dole Pat Buchanan and Lamar Alexander in a statistical dead heat for first place. Voter ambivalence mirrors pre caucus Iowa as turnout looks to be small and some voters struggle to name the candidates.
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Council-manager plan gains support in Cedar Rapids vote
Cedar Rapids residents weigh the council-manager form as a popular, efficient alternative to the commission system. The plan, backed by equal council rights, separates policy from administration, appoints a professional manager, and envisions a five member at large council with a nonvoting mayor selection from among peers.
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Protection of private property under SF 605 debated
A reader contesting a Jan. 22 letter argues SF 605 protects Fifth Amendment rights and requires government compensation when takings reduce property value by 33 percent or more. The writer claims the bill, backed by farmers and small businesses, safeguards individual property control against big government and urges its passage.
Don’t shoot from the hip The Gazette editorial critique
Reader voices applaud the Gazette editorial on gun show gun checks and promoter costs while suggesting broader safety ideas. The correspondent also mocks censorship while proposing breathalyzer checks for Hawkeye game drivers and urges police presence at gun shows.
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The Gazette accepts letters and guest columns, but not all are printed. Submissions must include writer’s full name signature street address and daytime phone number. addresses are not published. Include contact details and use correct mailing or fax or online submission methods. online names alone are insufficient.
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Dole and Buchanan vie for GOP recovery after New Hampshire vote
The piece weighs Bob Dole's New Hampshire chances against Pat Buchanan as the GOP weighs a post Iowa path. It contrasts past Bush era caution with Dole’s legislative skill and the danger of nominating a hard-right candidate that risks a Clinton re election. It warns Republicans to project beyond New Hampshire to November and beyond.
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