Pardon Talk Reappears as Hatch Floats Clinton Clemency
Utah Senator Orrin Hatch suggested on Fox News Sunday that President Clinton should be pardoned to end the matter. The idea mirrors Ford's Nixon pardon and comes as Bush weighs whether to preempt an indictment by offering clemency.
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William Rogers dies at 87 a distinguished American figure
William Rogers a former attorney general and secretary of state who shaped civil rights law led the Civil Rights Division and argued landmark First Amendment cases before the Supreme Court. He received the Medal of Freedom in 1973 and led the Challenger inquiry, dying at 87 last week.
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Those compassionate conservatives
Marjorie Williams critiques the Bush era emphasis on kindness in politics. She cites Linda Chavez and Frank Keating as examples of charitable narratives used to shield questionable ties and gifts, noting media framing and public reaction within a satirical view of politics and TV culture.
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Inclusive stance urged for Boy Scouts amid GLBT coalition push
The Twin Cities Quorum urges the Boy Scouts of America to adopt inclusive policies, arguing discrimination harms business diversity and leadership development. They note a conflict with United Way funding policies, calling on bylaw adherence and inclusive action from policy makers and local United Ways.
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Dismissals spark parent and staff concern in Cedar Rapids
Scott and Deb Schilling urge Cedar Rapids Community School District to cancel early dismissal citing 72 percent of parents preferring a full day off and 61 percent of staff supporting it. They argue the policy adds stress to working families and disrupts schedules.
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Gazette accepts letters up to 300 words
The Gazette invites readers to submit letters of up to 300 words. Include your name street address and daytime phone number, but only your name and hometown will be published. Provide contact via Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or fax 319 398 5846 or email gazedit fyiowa com for delivery.
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Inauguration Talk and Opinion Reflections
The column mixes politics and media savviness, noting Bush’s inauguration plans and Chavez controversy. It references Linda Chavez, Billy Graham, and citizen voting, while musing on vehicles, history, and a giant cosmic structure.
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