Cedar Rapids school tax hike upheld protests noted
The Cedar Rapids district approved a 19 percent school tax rate increase for 2002 03 amid a state funding cut of 4.3 percent. Proponents say the rise funds maintenance and construction, retirements, and to hire younger teachers, while critics from ALOT urged limits and linked salaries to test scores. The State Appeal Board supported the district due to funding constraints, and the public discussion is seen as beneficial to the community.
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ALOT
Midway Battle reshaped World War II naval power
Sixty years ago at Midway June 4 to 6, 1942, the United States won a decisive naval victory that sank four Japanese carriers and about 275 planes, balancing Allied and Japanese naval strength and marking a turning point though not always celebrated like Pearl Harbor or V J Day. Cryptographers and pilots shared the payoff for victory.
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U S Upsets Portugal 3 2 in World Cup Opener
The United States defeated Portugal 3 to 2 in Suwon marking a stunning first round World Cup victory. Missing two top players, the U S team overcame a world ranking of Portugal at fifth place and halted a four year drought of first round exits. Congratulations poured in as the win raised hopes ahead of further matches.
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Farm bill brings stability and growth for Iowa agriculture
President Bush signed the 2002 Farm Security and Rural Investment Act, promising stability for farmers and ranchers. The bill rebalances loan rates, preserves direct payments, adds countercyclical payments, and boosts environmental conservation on working lands. It includes an energy title for renewable fuels like ethanol and expands rural development and food stamp programs.
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America
USDA
Tax cuts blamed for state funding crisis column
Former legislator Art Small Jr. argues in a May 11 Gazette guest column that 1990s tax cuts triggered fiscal and social distress. He says rescinding those cuts would relieve DHS, higher education, health care, parks, and prison release funding strains, urging lawmakers to reconsider tax policy.
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Art Small Jr
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Small
Regents defend the university over all else criticized
The Gazette quotes President Coleman praising the Regents for defending the University of Michigan over all else. Critics argue this mindset drove secrecy at FBI headquarters before Sept. 11 and allowed a renovation official to stay in office despite warnings about propane torch use in the Old Capitol tower. Supporters of either Iowa or Michigan are urged to question a board that places institutional defense above responsibilities.
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Gazette
University of Michigan Board of Regents
University of Michigan
FBI
Minneapolis
Capitol
University of Iowa
Board of Regents
University
Landfill fight over Linn County farmland and integrity
Editorial letters urge Linn County to abandon farmland landfill plans near Viola and focus on recycling. Residents condemn condemning productive farms, warn of long term family and neighbor impacts, and question CSR calculations and private sector roles in waste handling.
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Bluestem
Hennessey
Viola
Mr. Earth
Cathy Trump
Central City
Stickle
Gazette letter policy and submission details
The Gazette invites readers to submit letters up to 300 words. Include name street address and daytime phone number. Only name and hometown will be printed. Send to The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or via Fax at 319 398 5846 or email gazedit fyiowa com.
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