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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1999
Page
4
Joe Hladky serves as President and Publisher while Ken Slaughter holds the roles of Vice President and Treasurer and Mark Bowden is the Managing Editor.
An editorial questions state payroll figures showing Tim Floyd as the highest paid state employee at 700 000. The piece notes Floyd’s pay includes outside earnings from ads and appearances, not state funds, and contrasts with professors and governors, citing NCAA rules and private income. It mentions Iowa State paid Floyd 140 400, versus Gov. Branstad at 105 090, ending with a Ruth Hoover quip about a better year.
The article notes that evolving FTC rules may bar any item from claiming 100 percent American origin unless all materials are domestic. It suggests many products even cars and rings rely on imported components, and questions what truly qualifies as Made in USA under stricter labeling.
After studying feasibility and desirability the Linn County Conservation Board voted unanimously not to proceed with the Squaw Creek Park lake project. Factors included siltation, water quality, high costs estimated at 5.1 million dollars, and concerns over runoff and environmental impact.
A group of readers debate Bill Clinton era ethics, memory lapses, and honesty. They challenge political rhetoric, demand voter choice reforms, and urge accountability for leaders and laws. They reference past votes, the electoral college, and the impact on democracy.
Paul A. Smith argues for a balanced fabric of family values in presidential candidates, favoring humility reconciliation cooperation gentleness modesty listening and respect for diversity to avoid self righteousness and alienation that fuel conflict and corruption. The piece urges leaders who promote dialogue and inclusive ethics over single minded certainty.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include name street address and daytime phone number. only name and hometown will appear with the letter. Send to Cedar Rapids Gazette box 511 or fax 319 398 5846 or email gazette fyiowa com.
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