Rethinking vouchers in education policy
The Gazette notes a roadblock to vouchers is opposition from educators and liberals who fear unconstitutionality and inequity. Brookings researchers propose a system allowing parental choice to spur school competition while keeping church state concerns separate and ensuring fair access for rich and poor. A new plan to improve education may start with a voucher-like approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gazette
Brookings Institution
John K. Chubb
Brookings
Terry M. Moe
Stanford University
Chubb
Hub Schimberg 83 Dies. Cedar Rapids Civic Volunteer Remembered
Hubert A. Schimberg, Cedar Rapids businessman and longtime public servant, died at 83. A focused volunteer on the Linn County Red Cross and a library trustee, he led the 1969 civic center referendum task force after securing a pledge that a new library would follow. His blunt candor and behind the scenes work left a lasting civic mark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hubert A
Hub” Schimberg
Schimberg
Linn County Red Cross Board
Civic Center
Hub Schimberg
Cedar Rapids
Limiting legislative terms faces strong debate nationwide
The piece argues against a 12-year cap on Congress and state legislatures, noting California's November vote and broad public interest. It cites Ford, Kristol, and past pay-raise backlash, contending term limits may discard skilled lawmakers while urging voters to oust disliked officials rather than cap terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Congress
Kristol
National Press Club
Gerald Ford
Cit
Ford
Franklin Roosevelt
Dwight Eisenhower
Ronald Reagan
Going up going down with Donald Trump
The June 9 editorial in The New York Times weighs whether Donald Trump embodies arrogance or audacity as he moves between successes and mounting cash problems. It notes his past deals in Manhattan and his current holdings, and it ends by contrasting critics with those who admire his will to persist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Donald Trump
Donald
Brooklyn
Manhattan
East 42Nd Street
New York City
Hyatt Hotel
Commodore
42Nd
Lexington
Political candidate prompts focus beyond abortion
Virginia A. Emmert urges Iowa voters to consider worker compensation reform, expanded unemployment benefits with medical coverage, affordable care for the elderly, protection of workers’ right to organize, and nationwide job retention measures. She calls for better education funding and accountability on environment and drugs. Address 1706 Sixth Ave SE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia A. Emmert
Sixth Ave
St. Ludmila's halts beer tent at Kolach Festival
John Garringer executive director of Area Substance Abuse Council criticizes beer tents at community events after the June 5 Gazette report. He argues beer tents invite heavy drinking and drunken driving, harming families and youth while not opposing all alcohol sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Ludmila’s
ASAC
John Garringer
Area Substance Abuse Council
16Th Ave
Constitutional sense urged for Bible study in schools
A June 7 lead editorial endorses the Supreme Court ruling allowing Bible study groups to meet in public schools. It argues the decision upholds equal treatment of student groups, constitutional free exercise and assembly rights, and rejects the misapplied separation of church and state. It cites First Amendment principles and religious values as foundational to a free society. Robert E. Larson Jr Westminster Presbyterian Church 1285 Third Ave SE
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Congress
ADA Pass Celebrates Disability Rights Leader Sen Tom Harkin
Congratulates the US Congress for passing the Americans with Disabilities Act and the president for signing it. Highlights Sen Tom Harkin chairing the Disability Subcommittee and his personal connection to disability rights as the bill moves toward enactment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Tom Harkin
Senate
ADA
Tom
Congress
The
Sen. Harkin
Debates Proposed by Avenson Stir Political Fray
The piece criticizes Democratic candidate Avenson calling for weekly debates with Governor. It argues the governor should focus on state leadership, questions the value of frequent debates, and suggests funding for homelessness instead of endless political attacks. It urges two to three substantial meetings over many 30 second ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Avenson
Gazette Letters Policy on Reader Opinions
The Gazette states it does not vouch for accuracy or judge letters harshly. It notes readers may seek corrections or contrarian views with equal opportunity for publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gazette
Also Mentioned on This Page
J.P. Hladky, Jr
Board of
Joe Hladky III
Ken Slaughter
Dale Larson
John Robertson
Jerry Elsen
Mark Bowden
Washington Post
Irving Kristol
Public Interest
Tom Wicker
New York Times Service
Trump
Nores
Trump Tower
Saye
Buddy
Scram
Mr. Trump
Robert E. Larson Jr
Westminster Presbyerian Church
Third Ave
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!