Gazette leadership and executive team listed
The Gazette’s leadership appears with Mark Bowden as Executive Editor and Jerry Elsen as Editor of Editorial Pages, joining Dave Storey as Editorial Board Chairman. Scott Swenson oversees Advertising, Peg Schmitz is Circulation Director, and Gazette Communications, Inc names Joe Hladky as Chairman and Publisher along with Chuck Peters as President and COO, and Ken Slaughter as EVP and CFO.
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No Ike McCarthy Amity in Pledge Dispute Echoes 1954
Editorial notes 1954 move adding under God to the Pledge of Allegiance and McCarthy Eisenhower rift. It cites a California court stay on requiring recitation and contrasts past partisan clashes with current politics. The piece warns that agreeing with the appeals ruling could be risky in 2002 elections.
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Cedar Rapids ice arena debate draws letters to the Gazette
Readers attack Parks Commissioner Wade Wagner for proposing converting half of the ice arena into a basketball court. They praise local skating history and urge preserving both sheets for hockey and figure skating while criticizing high costs and past mismanagement.
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Debate on Judeo Christian Ethic in Founding Ideals
A reader cites July 14 letters to defend a Judeo Christian framework in US founding documents. Arguments hinge on references to God in the Declaration and the role of Bill of Rights and church state separation, contrasting with constitutional text and key Supreme Court rulings. Patrick Henry is quoted on Christian founding themes.
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Humane care rule for dependents cited after beagle incident
Rebecca Groff of Cedar Rapids argues that anyone relying on care must be protected from heat, cold, wet conditions or neglect. She condemns the Iowa City case of a five month old beagle left in a hot car and wishes punishment for the abuser.
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The Gazette Publishes Readers Letters Policy
The Gazette states it does not vouch for reader letter accuracy or judge opinions. It invites corrections or contradictory views from readers with equal publication opportunity.
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Ethanol subsidies spark debate over costs and cleanliness
Daniel B. Bullen of Iowa State argues the ethanol push enriches a few while farmers and taxpayers pay. He notes nearly 80 billion in subsidies since 1996 and warns a new energy bill could triple ethanol use, reduce road funding, and raise pump prices while MTBE offers cleaner alternatives.
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Capitol Fourth disappointment compared to London jubilee
A reader compares the July 4 Capitol Fourth TV program unfavorably with a London celebration of Queen Elizabeth II's 50th anniversary. The writer praises the London show for its dignified, magnificent music and questions the U S Independence Day presentation.
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GOP base rejects Doug Gross in June primary
The June GOP primary saw Doug Gross winning only 36 percent of Republican votes while 64 percent opposed him. In November many GOP voters may switch to Gross out of party loyalty, while dissenters rethink their stance.
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Gazette letter submission guidelines
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words and requires name street address and daytime phone. Only the sender’s name and hometown will be published. Include address Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 and contact options for fax and email.
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