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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1992
Page
4
An Iowa reader protests federal action banning state legalized sports betting. The piece condemns Washington for overriding states rights and notes few states already exempt while arguing public input is denied and gambling risks in Iowa are overstated.
The article notes skepticism over U S involvement in the Earth Summit in Brazil this month. It argues stronger environmental action is possible despite a perceived lackluster presidential stance and calls for concrete shared obligations.
In Rio de Janeiro talks developing nations press for wealthier countries to ante up to curb environmental damage. President Bush pledges 150 million dollars to rainforest preservation if others join in, signaling a broader commitment but critics warn against a sole burden on the U.S.
The Washington Post notes the government allocated 3.3 million to promote American tobacco, 200 million for a USDA push to boost produce sales abroad, and 80 million to the CDC for a tobacco use prevention campaign. The piece criticizes ongoing subsidies across agencies.
Washington correspondent John Fairhall argues that a fixed 535 members share power across 282 committees and 12,000 staff, creating gridlock and inefficiency. Reform proposals seek term limits, fewer committees, and a stronger speaker, amid calls for an overall national strategy.
Readers are invited to join a committee meeting Thursday at 7 p.m. in the junior high cafeteria to address Linn-Mar space needs. Call Mary Grimm at 377-7373 ext 262 for information. Enrollment projections show growth from 1,340 K 4 students this year to 1,545 in five years, with fifth and sixth grades at Novak Elementary rising from 534 to 594. The Sinn-Mar Board of Directors released a Vision Statement citing inadequate facilities and supporting a merger with the Marion Board to form a merged district.
Letter writer critiques rising salaries and arbitration in Iowa state employee contracts. He cites AFSCME wage trends from the Wall Street Journal and questions the fairness and accountability of third party arbitration. He calls for changes in bargaining procedures and tax and service implications for taxpayers.
Cedar Rapids residents John and Gladys Bach thank the city for repaving Jones Park road and parking areas to stop dust and dirt intrusion. They express appreciation for the work and note their address at 401 Wilson Ave Dr. SW.
A dated note by Elizabeth V Pardee-Rose laments greed and poverty, urging love and compassion to heal hatred. The author envisions a future where humanity unites with each other and God, expressing wistful doubt about change in the near term.
Col Bo Gritz, decorated Vietnam veteran and former Pentagon CIA officer, headlines a 7 p.m. talk at Cedar Rapids Vets Coliseum promisingInside details on POW missions, Ross Perot connections, and the New World Order.
A Marion resident praises Senator Grassley for resolving a Social Security discrepancy after contacting his office. The letter notes a timely investigation and entitlement payment, expressing gratitude and intent to vote for Grassley.
The Gazette notes it does not vouch for accuracy or judge opinions in readers letters. It invites corrections and contradictions from readers with equal opportunity for publication.
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