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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1990
Page
6
This editorial argues that freedom and opportunity define American democracy and urges vigilance against complacency. It recalls the revolutionaries who secured liberty and calls for protecting democratic rights amid protests and evolving global events.
A proposal to fund coca growers switching to alternative crops like soybeans is still being considered in Congress. The American Soybean Association questions taxpayer efficacy, fearing little impact on drug production if goals aren’t met, while supporters push for bold action against traffickers.
The Iowa Civil Liberties Union gave perfect ratings to 11 lawmakers and four more backed ICLU positions, but readers are reminded that neither politicians nor organizations are right all the time. Democratic Sens. Richard Running and Larry Murphy were among those who never missed the ICLU target, while many Assembly members are elected by voter clusters rather than factional endorsements.
A Cox News Service piece notes Miami's celebration of freedoms marked by First and Second Amendment displays. It cites protests over Mandela and local incidents including clothing-store altercations, state obscenity rulings, and Eduardo Martinez's Fourth of July ranch party amid zoning and civil-liberties contention.
A reminiscence from those born before July 4 1940 recounting life before modern advances like penicillin, radar, credit cards, and space travel. It recalls outdated norms, changed social attitudes, and a sense of resilience as a Fourth of July celebration.
Antonia Russo criticizes Solon City Council member David Jones for saying joggers should be shot during a sidewalk ordinance discussion. She calls the remark unthinkable and demands Jones withdraws, apologizes, or resigns, noting violence as a recurring risk even in small Iowa towns.
The Community Concerts Association CRCC in Cedar Rapids celebrates 60 years organizing the season at low cost with shows at Paramount Theater including Shanghai Acrobats Imperial Warriors New York Vocal Arts Ensemble Markham and Broadway piano duo and Empire Brass Ensemble.
Todd Griffith of Iowa City calls for Senator Harkin to fully disclose all family financial statements mirroring Tom Tauke’s practice. He argues past partial disclosures undermine credibility and transparency.
Clinton E. Berryhill argues in Outlooks that addiction and vice share moral roots not medical causes. He criticizes continued rehab proliferation and urges families to cut aid, saying society cannot legislate morality and calling for a unified, value-driven rehab approach. Williamsburg resident.
Emma Posusta writes that Rep Tom Tauke promotes a domestic Peace Corps but notes VISTA already serves that role for over 15 years and Tauke has previously proposed cutting it.
The Gazette presents readers letters with no guarantee of accuracy or endorsement of opinions. It invites corrections or contradictions from other readers and offers equal opportunity for publication.
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