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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 2001
Page
6
The Chicago Tribune editorial argues the Bush administration marks a tougher stance on Saddam Hussein with air strikes near Baghdad. It notes Hussein tests U.S. resolve, Iraq’s anti aircraft fire rise, and calls for a revised Iraq policy balancing sanctions and regional stability.
Editorial argues secrecy fueled hype after the February 9 collision near Hawaii that sank a Japanese trawler. It notes inquiry openness is welcome, cites civilian control room participation, and urges candor to curb media sensationalism.
Dale Earnhardt the Intimidator died at 49 during the Daytona 500 after his Monte Carlo crashed on the final lap at 180 mph. The sport mourns a fearless, hardworking champion whose long list of NASCAR victories defined an era. Indy car great A J Foyt called him one of the sport’s all time giants.
The Gazette accepts letters up to 300 words and requires name, street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown appear with the letter. One letter per writer every 30 days. no anonymity. letters may be edited. Address Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406. Fax and email provided.
A letter argues the Park Avenue Redmond historic district imposes building restrictions from the National Park Service standards and seeks to repeal the designation via a homeowners petition. The writer calls for limiting federal reach and restoring property rights, citing vinyl siding advances and lack of full disclosure.
An Iowa writer argues teachers reinforce privilege and set lower standards for minority students. She recalls personal experiences from high school to college, noting aspirational students face bias and exclusion. The piece challenges responsibility being placed on students alone.
A reader laments lack of public support for animal rescue efforts amid frequent human danger in saves. He argues compassion for nonhuman sentients reflects true humanity and cautions against devaluing animal welfare even if some insist nature should take its course.
William H. Miller asks Sen. Tom Harkin to clarify what he considers low middle and rich income. The letter questions thresholds whether counts gross or net income single or joint and the source of the 50 000 cutoff and 70 percent figure while urging the Iowa senator to align his stance with middle income reality.
Resident asks what provisions exist to help seniors and people with disabilities reach the curb for 65 or 95 gallon containers. Paper lawn bags worked better on a steep hill and raises questions about ADA coverage and possible program changes.
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