Letters to the Gazette on landfill costs and consultant use
Cedar Rapids readers question high consulting charges by Foth and Van Dyke and Bluestem Solid Waste Agency totaling up to 786000 with 298000 tied to site selection CAC and open meetings. The writer accuses officials of wasteful spending and ignoring consultant recommendations in the final site selection process and hints at further legal costs.
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Flood victim blasts FEMA for denial of aid and help
A homeowner recounts a flood experience where FEMA inspectors denied assistance citing rental status, suggesting a 4 percent loan if ownership had been transferred. The writer alleges broken phone lines and intrusive questions, fueling frustration with government aid procedures.
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Founders Faith and a Great Force Raise Debate on Liberty
Richard J. Tjarks argues that America’s founding relied on faith in a great force and on documents shaped by Christian teachings rather than ordinary masses. He critiques calls for intervention and contrasts principles with socialist temptations, urging adherence to Jesus’ nonviolence in foreign policy.
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Readers Letters Policy Impacts Gazette Opinions
The Gazette states it does not vouch for the accuracy of letters nor imply judgment on opinions. It invites corrections and contradictions from readers with equal opportunity for publication.
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Letters to the Gazette Welcome Reader Feedback
The Cedar Rapids Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include your name street address and daytime phone number though only your name and hometown will be published. Submit via mail to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or by fax 319 398 5846 or email gazette fyiowa.com.
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Promised Land Should Remain On Air Says Cal Thomas
In a June 13 Gazette column Cal Thomas lauds Promised Land as a model show worth saving. He commends its family values and real life lessons and urges viewers to contact CBS Programming at 51 West 52nd St New York NY 10019 to keep the program on television.
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Cornerstone aid praised for helping single parents
James Dobson's column highlights the severe challenges single parents face in the June 13 Gazette. The Poll Oaks program has helped many families leave welfare for meaningful jobs, urging readers to support Cornerstone to continue its work with Cedar Rapids families.
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