Job-hunting while on the job in Iowa’s governors race
The Gazette Editorial examines whether incumbents should run for higher office while serving as governor or senator. It cites Tom Vilsack, John Edwards, Bob Dole, and Kerry, weighing practicality, priorities, and voter judgment in case-by-case decisions.
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U.S
John Edwards
D-N.c
Kerry
Vilsack
Sally Pederson
Edwards
the Gazette
United States
Senate
Massachusetts
Dole
Kansas
U S Australia Free Trade Agreement Backed by Iowa Constituents
The letter argues the U S Australia free trade agreement will strengthen alliances and boost manufacturing and agricultural sectors by removing export tariffs. It cites expected job growth in Iowa and urges Sen Chuck Grassley to support ratification of the landmark accord.
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United States
Australia
U.S
Iowa
Chuck Grassley
Voter reflections urge third party shift and prison reforms
A Cedar Rapids reader recalls voting for Goldwater in 1964 and criticizes restricted protest access at Bush events. The letter urges Congress to investigate U S prisons and repeal prison litigation act provisions to ensure humane treatment and dignity for inmates.
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Madison
Wis
Barry Goldwater
Capitol
Bush
Federal Bureau of Prisons
U.S
Iraq
Congress
Joann Jordan
Cedar Rapids
Bush Cheney high price in November voters warned
Raymond F. Wells criticizes Presidents Bush and Cheney for war rhetoric and oil policy. He argues voters should punish the GOP in November over oil profits, gas prices, and perceived deceit, urging a memory-based turnout to oust the administration.
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Bush
Cheney
White House
Daddy Bush
Dick Cheney
Raymond F. Wells
Cedar Rapids
Smoking in Movies Aimed at Reducing Youth Pickups
Diana Zuckerman argues that movie smoking fuels teen initiation and calls on Hollywood and lawmakers to adopt measures. She cites surgeon general findings and Senate hearings with Valenti and Burton urging voluntary actions, including updating ratings or public service announcements to curb youth smoking.
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Diana Zuckerman
Marlon Brando
Brando
Hollywood
U.S. Senate
Jack Valenti
Motion Pictures Association of America
LeVar Burton
Directors Guild of America
Valenti
Burton
Animal Rights
Kerry Not on Ticket for Disappointed Vote
A reader recalls July 4 when John Kerry could not attend a rally in Independence due to lacking a ticket. The writer notes disappointment, compares private venues, and mentions a vote from a long-ago Carter era supporter.
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Kerry
John Kerry
Independence
Jimmy Carter
Protect prisoners in U S corrections system
An opinion argues that abuse in U S prisons mirrors known abuses abroad. It claims 200000 prisoners have been raped, cites the 1996 Prison Litigation Reform Act, and questions federal and Texas officials including President Bush about stemming the problem.
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United States
U.S
Congress
Texas
Bush
America
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