Federal shutdown exposes partisan gridlock and stalled reform
The Gazette editor warns there are no winners from the federal shutdown and loss of trust in Washington. It notes the temporary funding bill funds the government only until February, highlights CHIP renewal, and flags DACA as an unresolved issue with March deadline and possible floor votes.
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Community Letters Reflect On Politics And Morality
Readers critique leadership and honesty in government citing Trump Clinton eras. A Cedar Rapids note thanks a breakfast payer and laments moral standards. Frank Zieser urges parties to vet candidates beyond money and media glare.
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Williams argues libel repeal and blackmail critique
Walter E. Williams contends libel and slander laws should be repealed arguing false statements harm reputations but criminalizing speech is unnecessary. He argues blackmail laws are flawed and presents a scenario to illustrate voluntary exchange and mala prohibita versus mala in se offenses.
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Cedar Rapids approves framework to close eight elementaries
The Cedar Rapids school board voted 7-0 to adopt a long term plan closing eight aging elementary schools over 15 years and building ten new larger campuses while remodeling three existing ones. Board president John Laverty defended the process amid prior petitions calling for delays.
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