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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 2001
Page
4
A letter writer reflects on how well people understand others faiths and whether schools should teach about religion. The editor notes the need for objective discussion across beliefs and questions how to describe diverse viewpoints without endorsing them. He cites Muslims, Jews, Christians and Hindus to illustrate common ground and differences.
Open letter critiques residents who oppose suburban growth while living in semirural areas. The author notes irony in blaming developers or sprawl, pointing to those who contributed to expansion yet protest new subdivisions near Cedar Rapids. The piece concludes with a reflection on values.
Don Van Hulzen and David M. Elderkin debate the Florida election ruling by the Supreme Court. The column defends the court as keeper of peace and final arbiter while acknowledging disputes over its activist role.
A reader laments sore winners after a school bond vote arguing taxes take money from individuals to fund others goals. The letter defends majority rule and warns of future bond votes while noting not all voters supported the measure. The Gazette disclaims accuracy and editorial judgment.
A precinct official praises Linda Langenberg in Linn County for her trusted ballot procedures amid a school bond election. The letter lauds past decisions, drawing a Wizard of Oz analogy to emphasize wisdom and public faith.
The Gazette states a 300 word limit for letters and requires name street address and daytime phone. Only names and hometown will be published. address for mail to The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406. Fax and email options are provided for submissions.
Iowa City readers weigh in on the 2000 election aftermath arguing that Bush won by the electoral vote while Gore carried more popular votes. The letter accuses Bush of being appointed and questions Clinton’s legitimacy and draft era criticisms.
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