Families need real tax relief not another Washington idea
Naomi Lopez argues against Clinton's plan to fund family leave with unemployment funds, contending the tax system overburdens families. She cites rising tax burdens, the marriage penalty, and pay as you go Social Security and Medicare, urging long term reform focused on real relief.
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Majority rule questioned in letters to Gazette
In a May 26 Gazette letter, readers argue against blanket majority rule citing constitutional veto thresholds. The writer notes two thirds required for impeachment, treaties, and amendments and compares federal standards to state tax decisions in Iowa, asking why states should not adopt similar supermajority rules.
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Cedar Rapids boathouse rent hike sparks tax critique
Local letter argues harbor fees should cover boathouse maintenance, not tax payers. Writer questions city self sufficiency, cites unrelated city costs and calls for owners to fund harbor use, noting many boats stay in garages and park upkeep still required.
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Gazette Letters Policy and Contact Details
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words and requires the writer’s name street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown will appear with the letter. Address Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 Fax 319 398 5846 Email gazette fyiowa com
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Gazette Readers Letters Policy Note
The Gazette states it does not vouch for the accuracy of letters or imply value judgments. It invites corrections or contradictions from readers with equal opportunity for publication.
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Iowa agency salaries questioned by reader Seavy
A Cedar Rapids reader, Jerry Seavy, criticizes state officials for phantom employees and misused salaries, arguing departments lack funds to hire inspectors for hundreds of dams over the past decade, reflecting concerns about Iowa governance.
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