Iowa bottle bill scope eyed to boost recycling
The Gazette editorial argues for revising the bottle bill to include more containers and urges waste reduction without mandates. An East Central Iowa Council of Governments review of 71 counties notes most single family homes receive weekly curbside pickup while rural and multi unit residents rely on private haulers or drop offs.
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Recycling participation tied to collection ease in Cedar Rapids study
A Cedar Rapids study shows 90 percent participation where weekly curbside collection is offered. In Central City and Iowa City, where separation rules or biweekly pickup apply, participation falls to 60 percent and 69 percent respectively. The report urges convenient recycling options and public-space containers.
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Cedar Rapids
Central City
Iowa City
Tax code as welfare system sparks GOP critique and EITC praise
Orlando Sentinel columnist Myriam Marquez argues the Earned Income Tax Credit expands opportunity for the working poor and rebuts GOP claims it creates welfare. She cites minimum wage boosts, welfare reform, and a growing economy that lifted poverty, urging compassion in tax policy.
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Spencer Bachus
Rala
Florida
Ford promises stalled by lemons in 100th year
Daniel F. Becker argues Ford Motor Co celebrates its centennial with weak fuel economy gains and lost market share. He notes Ford under William Clay Ford Jr has failed to meet 25 percent SUV efficiency pledge, lobbied against tougher standards, and lags in hybrid and fuel-saving tech behind Toyota.
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Letter to the editor defends Muslim voters and warns of bigotry
Cedar Rapids writer Bill Calloway defends Muslim Americans rights to vote and participate, rebuking Cal Thomas and Gazette editors. The piece links voter mobilization to safeguarding democracy, denounces drug prohibition, and critiques tax cuts while urging support for veterans and social programs.
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