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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 2025
Page
22
A set of quotes covers Senate due process for Pete Hegseth’s confirmation, siren malfunctions in Linn County, child labor concerns tied to a 2024 Iowa law, and a First Amendment shield critique of consumer protection legislation. Notable voices include Senator Grassley, State Rep Scheetz, emergency officials, and Des Moines Register counsel.
A broad reader submission urges lawmakers to stop hindering professionals, protect reproductive rights, support education and health, fix nursing home care, clean waterways, and curb CBD or epilepsy restrictions. It argues for listening to the people and criticizes Trump era policies and media trends. Readers Gordie Felger and Adam Cooper contribute.
This report outlines a dramatic shift in the U S newspaper industry from 2000 to 2018. Classified ads dropped from 20 billion to 4 6 billion revenue, while ownership consolidated as 25 firms controlled about one third of titles. The decline imperils professional journalism and local reporting.
Reader laments loss of evening TV listings in the Gazette. He notes January issues had no listings, while January 2 also lacked them, and reports staff said only a weekly daytime schedule would be printed for a fee. He asks for reconsideration due to widespread use.
Tim Trenkle recounts correspondence with a troubled inmate named Joey born in 1984 who describes a history of abuse, relocation, and crime. The letters show Joey seeking help, education, and dignity while detailing prison life, counseling, and a desire for normalcy. Trenkle, a Dubuque educator and counselor, reflects on the power of listening and rehabilitation.
Insight and Books outlines a forum for discussion by Eastern Iowans about communities and the world. It invites letters up to 250 words and guest columns up to 500 words, with submission details to editorial thegazette com or 116 Third St SE Cedar Rapids IA 52401.
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