Mason apology fuels debate over campus sexual assault stance
The Gazette critiques UI President Sally Mason for a philosophical early stance on sexual assaults. It notes her apology and calls for stronger, clearer leadership, focus on punishment of perpetrators, victim support, and preventive measures in campus policy and reporting.
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Residents praise snow plow crews and reflect on local history
A Cedar Rapids reader extols snow plow drivers for clearing streets despite parked cars and narrow lanes. The letter references Lindale Plaza's mall transformation and Westdale Mall's planned demolition, criticizing neglect and advocating repairs. It also voices views on tanning bed laws and Iowa politics.
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Cairo journalists face Egypts crackdown on dissent
A biting critique links Egypts jailing of Al Jazeera reporters to a pattern used by autocrats worldwide. The trio, Peter Greste, Mohamed Fahmy, and Baher Mohamed, is charged with undermining national security after broadcasting on Al Jazeera English.
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Subsidize Wages Better than Raising the Minimum
Guest columnist John Harris argues wage subsidies, not higher minimums, better lift low income workers and reduce inequality. He cites 6.6 percent overall unemployment, notes youth and minority groups suffer more, and says subsidies lower labor costs, boost hiring, increase payroll taxes, and fund welfare reductions. Harris, USC finance chair and former SEC chief economist, advocates vouchers to employers hiring jobseekers.
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