Linn County Linncare plan criticized as politicized reform
The Gazette argues Linn County supervisors risk harming care facility efficiency by politicizing the Linncare administrator role. It notes proposed titles and reporting shifts undermine a strong management team and jeopardize residents' care amid staffing and cost concerns.
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Board of Supervisors
John Morris
State Department of Health
The Gate That Never Ends in Campaign Talk
The article traces the rise of gate terms in political scandal naming from Watergate to today. It surveys proposed labels such as debategate briefinggate and Cartergate and notes media overuse and lack of consensus on the proper tag.
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Jimmy Carter
Ronald Reagan
Whittaker Chambers
Alger Hiss
Richard Nixon
Cedar Rapids
Cedargate
Legislative-veto ruling reexamined in calmer light
A columnist reconsiders the Supreme Court decision striking down the legislative veto. While initial fears of a power collapse fade, the piece argues Congress still controls delegated powers through funding and legislation. It notes safeguards remain and cites Rep. Levitas proposing a legislative affirmation instead of a veto.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Lewis Powell
Congress
Powell
Byron White
Macbeth
White
Executive
Federal Trade Commission
FTC
Elliott Levitas
D-Ga
Consumer Product Safety Commission
CPSC
Fireworks delay sparks Fourth of July complaints
A Fourth of July letter recounts a mistimed All Iowa Fair fireworks show missing dusk at 9 and finishing at 11 27 prompting families to leave and urging Congress to adopt public funding for campaigns and new budget rules to ensure timely displays and balanced budgets.
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Rick Springfield fans defend concert review and voice
A reader defends Rick Springfield and his fans against a critical review. The letter praises his voice and stage presence, disputes focus on appearance, and argues the songs convey significant messages beyond a single line. The writer notes ticket prices and compares Springfield with Sparks, urging recognition of his singing.
Gift of love concert readers defend Rick Springfield review
A reader letter defends Rick Springfield after Roxanne Mueller's review. It argues the crowd included older teens and boys dancing, notes absence of a souvenir stand, and praises Springfield's stage presence and unique rock style. The writers urge readers to value connection with performers.
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Roxanne T. Mueller
Rick Springfield
Roxanne Mueller
Springfield
Ms. Mueller
Sinatra
Rick
Gratitude for Emergency Help From St Luke's Staff
A grateful patient praises the Marion rescue squad and St Luke's Hospital nurses for quick aid during tornado alerts. They note four minute response, comforting care, and competent, cheerful staff that eased fear of hospital stays.
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Marion
Ninth Avenue
Fourth Avenue
St. Luke’s Hospital
St. Luke's
St. Luke’s
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