Go after and get reporter's killers
Editorial urges pursuit of Daniel Pearl's killers in Pakistan linking the murder to anti Western extremism. It condemns ritualistic violence, stresses the need to dismantle the network behind Reid and Pearl's death, and calls for continued global action against barbarism.
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Alaska seeks oil at Arctic refuge to fund state finances
Los Angeles Times columnist John Balzar argues Alaska pushes Arctic National Wildlife Refuge drilling to shore up a budget deficit and fund schools and hospitals. He notes big Gulf oil interests focus elsewhere and highlights the state’s permanent fund dividend and federal subsidies as part of the push for more oil.
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Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
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Anti smoking ads spark backlash and irony debated
David C. Oshel of Cedar Rapids argues that aggressive anti smoking campaigns provoke counter reactions and that the tobacco settlement funds should let strong anti tobacco voices shape the ads. he compares strategy to Sun Tzu and recalls past campaigns with mixed effectiveness.
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Iowa budget concerns prompt calls for better state resource management
A long time state employee argues against repeated layoffs and furloughs as budget pressures grow. The writer says government must be sustainable, noting tax cuts during good times and revenue gaps otherwise. Emphasis on cash flow, rainy day fund, and protection of schools and roads.
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U S must seek Russian cooperation in anti terrorism drive
Norman Luxenburg of Iowa City argues that U S security hinges on Russia and NATO backing in the war on terror. He contends debates over NATO expansion and ABM defense threaten ties with Moscow and could fuel economic and political risks if Russia withholds aid or uses veto power.
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United States
Norman Luxenburg
Iowa City
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Gazette invites public letters and guest columns
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