Gazette leadership and editorial staff list
The Gazette lists its executive editor Mark Bowden and editor Jerry Elsen along with editorial board chair Dave Storey. Other named leaders include vice president Scott Swenson, circulation director Peg Schmitz, and print operations VP, plus Joe Hladky as chairman and publisher, Chuck Peters as president and COO, and Ken Slaughter as EVP and CFO.
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Headhunter ad debated for university presidencies
Editorial critiques the use of search firms like Korn Ferry and A T Kearney in Iowa university president hunts. It questions costs including fees, travel, and salary raises, and suggests the state boards could run their own search by drafting effective ads to find candidates who may accept lower pay.
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Korn/Ferry International
Martin Jischke
Iowa State University
Purdue University
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Mary Sue Coleman
University of Iowa
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University of Northern Iowa
Chronicle of Higher Education
Bush's embrace of FBI CIA leaders worsens public trust
The piece argues President Bush erred in backing the FBI and CIA after Sept. 11, linking the pick to renewed scrutiny of agency conduct. It notes his high poll numbers face risk from revelations of prewar and postwar missteps and calls for accountability amid congressional hearings and whistleblower claims.
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Commutation Policy in Iowa Governors 1955–2001 Examined
An overview traces Iowa gubernatorial commutations from 1955 to 1999 showing lifers released under each administration, including Hoegh Loveless Erbe Hughes Ray Branstad Vilsack. Advocates argue prior policy saved costs and offered reintegration, urging ongoing reconsideration and targeted mercy.
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Leo Hoegh
Herschel Loveless
Norman Erbe
Harold Hughes
Robert Ray
Terry Branstad
Tom Vilsack
Fort Madison
A Cedar Rapids father warns of dangerous driving in Iowa
Clancy Herrington of Cedar Rapids writes about rising crashes in Eastern Iowa, recounting a May Omaha accident that killed his 17 year old son Sam and injured three teens. He urges cautious driving, slow to speed and patience at lights, stressing that a few seconds saved can cost a life.
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Gazette letters welcome submissions with contact needed
The Gazette invites readers to submit letters up to 300 words. Include your name and hometown, plus street address and daytime phone number. Provide contact details via mail to Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 or by fax at 319 398 5846 or email gazedit fyiowa com.
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CVHS Responds to Ad Question About Adoption Costs
A June 3 letter defends the Cedar Valley Humane Society over a May 6 ad, clarifying that average adoption costs total about $150 per animal, including 10 days of boarding and medical care. The piece notes some animals need more time or treatment and credits local vets for low cost surgeries.
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Readers Letters Policy Notes and Publication Process
The Gazette states it does not vouch for reader letter accuracy or judge opinions. It invites equal opportunity for corrections or contradictions from other readers in subsequent issues.
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Hazardous car decorations spark safety concerns
A Ramblin column recalls a young woman decorating her car with plastic and ceramic cartoon figures stuck on with caulk. She claimed 85 mph driving held them on though some were lost in a car wash. A hypothetical high speed debris incident could end in a fatal crash and lawsuits, prompting debate on safety versus novelty.
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