Letters to the Gazette attacks GOP tax ideas and policy
Clement H. Lynch of Independence criticizes Iowa Republicans for opposing property tax relief while seeking income tax cuts. He praises Clinton for peso bail-out and a budget with non tax increases, notes past vetoes and filibusters, and argues balanced budgets require revenue, not more cuts.
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Frank Luntz
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Letter argues private retirement plans cannot avert Social Security collapse
Steve Malerich of Marion contends that a 1968 birth ban on Social Security participants would hasten collapse due to declining contributions and rising benefits. He warns a private retirement system would fare no better if the economy cannot produce enough to fund taxes, risking inflation and delayed or partial retirement.
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Marion
Gingrich aims to dismantle public broadcasting for political gain
The material portrays Newt Gingrich and allies from the Contract With America as targeting public broadcasting. It notes Gingrich hosts a weekly show on a growing East network funded by a $50,000 dinner, and a Murdoch-published book with a $4 million advance later recouped. The piece questions motives and warns of news filtered through right wing religious interests.
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Gazette letter policy announces 300 word limit
The Gazette states letters are limited to 300 words and require name street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown will appear with the letter. Address Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406. Fax and email directions listed.
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Youth Plus shines on Richard Shultz in Gazette feature
Pat Crawford praises The Gazette for highlighting Eastern Iowa youth. The Feb 16 entry describes Richard Shultz on the cover, his smile, and the positive profile by Mike Kilen, noting community pride and the value of youth recognition.
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Thoughtlessness drives death penalty opinion piece
In a Iowa City column Rev. Michelle Tenozzi cautions against reviving capital punishment arguing it ignores root social problems. She blames economic racial and ethnic divisions and political exploitation for violence and calls for better civic solutions.
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