Flood relief boost from federal grants aids Cedar Rapids recovery
The Gazette notes Iowa won 516 million in the latest Community Development Block Grants for flood relief with about half to Cedar Rapids. The awards reflect the disaster's scope, signaling further federal support is needed. Buyouts are a priority in Cedar Rapids and Linn County as FEMA funds flow. The announcement coincides with a HUD tour by secretary Shaun Donovan.
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Value-added tax debate and political critique letters
A Cedar Rapids reader argues a VAT would raise consumer prices, outlining how a $2 pound of beef could exceed $4 with multiple cost layers. A second letter from Iowa City criticizes political figures, praising President Obama and urging interfaith harmony amid global tensions.
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Letter debunking claim linking gay marriage to unwed mothers
In a June 7 letter, George Malkin rejects the idea that same sex marriage causes unwed motherhood. He cites Massachusetts, noting its long standing gay marriage and low divorce rate, while admitting uncertainty about teenage pregnancy linked to gays.
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George Malkin
Cedar Rapids
Obama speech at Cairo echoes 2004 convention plea for unity
The 2009 Cairo University address echoed Obama's 2004 Democratic theme that the nation is not divided by red or blue states. He urged global unity, defended Western values, and praised democracy while defusing opponents like bin Laden and Ahmadinejad. He stressed human rights and religious freedom, ending with the Yes we can slogan and calls for a new beginning.
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Ahmadinejad
Iran
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Gazette Editorial Board Contact Details
The Gazette editorial board lists staff including Publisher Dave Storey Editor Lyle Muller Opinion Page Editor Jeff Tecklenburg Information Content Conductor Steve Buttry and columnists Jennifer Pemmington Todd Dorman and Chuck Peters. Gazette Communications chairman Joe Hladky oversees operations with contact for opinion page reff.tecklenburg gazcomm.com.
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Fading memories of Iowa flood anniversary prompts record effort
A year after historic flooding in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, residents remember the flood while recording and preserving experiences. The University of Iowa Library, StoryCorps, and local groups collect stories and images online at flood archives, with contact options for donations and submissions.
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University of Iowa Library System
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Judy
Kenneth Miller
Cedar Rapids
Fifth Street
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