Waco and Ruby Ridge Probes Spark Calls for Accountability
The article notes ongoing congressional hearings into the Waco siege and growing public interest in the Ruby Ridge incident. It cites FBI shifts including demotions of Deputy Director Larry Potts and the firing of E Michael Kahoe for destroying documents. Questions surround who ordered sniper fire at Randy Weaver and why the review was lost.
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Two Americans Freed From Iraqi Prison After Months
Two U S citizens William Barloon age 39 from New Hampton Iowa and David Caliberti age 42 of Jacksonville Florida were released from an Iraqi prison after about eight years of confinement. The United States said there was no deal no assurances and no promises and the pair were transported to Jordan. The release came with little explanation from Iraqi authorities amid ongoing regional tensions.
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Latin reforms weather Mexico's storm and reform momentum
Sebastian Edwards argues the Mexican peso crisis spurred Latin America to accelerate market reforms. He cites Argentina, Peru, Chile, Brazil and Uruguay advancing privatization, deregulation, pension reform and new state institutions to boost growth, reduce poverty, and preserve democracy, with Mexico poised to rebound in 1996.
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Letters to the Gazette Seek Open Congressional Inquiry
Civil rights groups urge Congress to investigate federal law enforcement abuses at Ruby Ridge and Waco. They accuse officials of lies, destroyed evidence, and murdered citizens. call for open hearings and accountability to restore trust in government. Ed Dolan, Iowa Sportsmen's Federation director, Central City.
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Cedar Rapids Fireworks Sponsor Receives Public Praise
A Cedar Rapids veteran group defends Amana Refrigeration as longtime sponsor of the Celebration of Freedom fireworks. The organizer cites Amana’s corporate leadership and generous funding for the annual downtown display.
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Language quirks and style notes across three regions
Cedar Rapids readers discuss why fast is not a flat adverb like slowly and list other flat adverbs such as brightly and closely. Van Horne notes reflect back can be redundant, while Iowa City references George Will on parsimonious prose and the challenge of proper prepositions in alliteration.
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Newsweek
Letter Confusion Over IES Utilities Electric Rates
A reader questions the July 9 statement from IES Utilities president claiming 8.05 cents per kWh as the average residential price. The writer cites a recent bill at 12.9 cents and after charges still shows 10.19 cents, urging clarity on who is subsidizing residential rates versus industrial customers.
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Gazette invites letters and guest columns for public affairs
The Gazette welcomes letters and guest columns but not all can be printed. Submissions must include the writer’s full name signature full street address and daytime phone number. Address letters to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or use the listed fax and email contacts.
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