Dole Ad Promises Midwest Values Versus Hollywood Sleaze
Joanne Jacobs surveys a Republican ad attacking Hollywood for corrupting children with a conservative agenda. The piece notes Dole would curb spending and taxes, while critics say the approach uses culture wars to win votes. It cites media normalizing sex and violence and reports Bennett Lieberman Nunn anti-sleaze ads gaining traction.
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Bartenders urged to enforce underage drinking laws in Cedar Rapids
Gazette editorials call for strict identification checks by bartenders clerks and wait staff as police plan to continue sting operations amid concerns about past setups and rising teen alcohol use. The piece notes 56 establishments fined in 1995 and urges tighter compliance to lower 1996 violations.
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Clinton Echoes Reagan Tactics For 1984 Style Run
Clinton campaign officials compare their approach to Reagan era 1984 tactics noting Walter Mondale’s landslide loss and arguing lessons apply. Ann Lewis says focus is on the president, not the campaign, while Clinton emphasizes Medicaid and Medicare to appeal to voters amid debt concerns and GOP messaging gaps.
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Learn CPR and first aid to save a life
Betsy Tatro of the American Red Cross urges Eastern Iowans to learn CPR and regularly practice skills. She notes bystander CPR often fails when not trained and stresses reviewing course material, home or work practice, and readiness to act in emergencies.
Where is this great nation headed and why
John Hartnett of North Liberty laments national distrust and economic strain. He argues government downsizing harms citizens, questions budget priorities, and urges cutting foreign aid over domestic aid as concerns for the future.
Speed Limit Debate Signals Bitter Capitol Fight
Rumblings of raising the 55 mph limit trigger a heated legislative clash in the opening weeks. Cars already run 75 to 80 mph as lobbyists press for or against a change, with party power struggles driving the discourse.
Gazette Letters Policy Preserves Reader Opinions and Corrections
The Gazette states it does not vouch for the accuracy of letters nor judge the opinions printed. It invites equal opportunity for corrections or contradictions from readers in future editions.
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Gazette accepts public letters with full identification
The Gazette invites readers to submit letters and guest columns on public issues. All material may be edited and will not be returned. Include full name signature address and daytime phone number. Letters limited to 300 words, one per writer per 30 days.
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Careless Wordplay Sparks Laughter in Readers
Readers share humorous slips from writing and headlines. Carolyn Meyer of Independence notes a good laugh can wake up careless writers while illustrating how typos and phrasing alter meaning.
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