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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1995
Page
4
The piece criticizes partisan gridlock around the Clinton plan and GOP proposals, urging lawmakers to compromise to achieve balanced budgets within a decade. It highlights health care reform provisions, insurance portability for job switchers, and coverage for pre existing conditions, linking to Iowa reforms as a model.
Governor Branstad favors adding prisons to Iowa’s system, saying one new facility in Clarinda was approved in 1994 and another in Newton this year. He notes Fort Dodge could gain jobs from construction but warns against treating prison building as growth policy. The aim should be crime prevention, not expanding warehouses for criminals.
Mike Heffern argues for cyclist rights on Iowa roads after the June 14 fatality on Herbert Hoover Highway east of Iowa City. He urges motorists to pass wide and law enforcement to enforce safe passing, with education and legislative action to protect cyclists and hold drivers accountable.
A candidate proposes to represent Iowans in the state legislature arguing for education reform, reduced wasteful programs, and strong leadership. The letter emphasizes lowering juvenile crime and drug abuse while prioritizing children and fiscal responsibility, seeking votes on June 27.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette accepts letters and guest columns addressing public issues. Submissions must include full name, signature, street address and daytime phone number. addresses are not published and anonymous letters are not printed. Limit is 300 words per writer every 30 days with online and fax contact options provided.
In response to a Gazette report on a flag flare up, residents cite Cedar Rapids Marion families who own flags for yard display. The letter warns against removing flags without permission and notes flags should come from Coldwell Banker Hedges Associates or be paid for at the door. It also condemns youth vandalism of private property.
Penda Hair notes the court’s reaffirmation of affirmative action under strict scrutiny, rejecting claims of a death knell. The piece argues federal programs pass constitutional muster, highlights gender relevance, and cites ongoing state and local support despite criticism from conservatives.
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