Iowa lawmakers weigh cuts to close 2005 deficit
Republicans explore reorganizing or trimming government to erase a 300 million deficit for fiscal 2005. Gipp says savings of about 150 million may be needed, while plans already boost K-12 funding by 109 million and fund 160 million in property tax credits to local governments amid last year's 60 million city/county aid cut.
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Gazette Wedding and Anniversary Notice Help Desk
The Gazette offers forms and contact numbers 368-8873 and 1-800-397-8212 to assist readers in preparing write-ups for engagements weddings and anniversaries.
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Rowley Defends Patriot Act Civil Liberties Amid Debate
Rowley argues for long planned debate on the Patriot Act to safeguard civil rights while criticizing the act. She claims one objection label chills speech and accuses John Ashcroft of dragging feet on libraries reading records. Rowley says limits are necessary and many provisions extend established methods to new tech like email, noting pre 9/11 considerations.
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Public lecture on Patriot Act and prewar Iraq intelligence
Lecture-Coleen Rowley and former CIA analyst Raymond L. McGovern speak at 7:30 tonight in the Main Lounge of the Iowa Memorial Union. Rowley notes much of the Patriot Act was on the drawing board and reflects on prewar intelligence issues.
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