Moon over Goteborg: Bush in Europe earns mixed views
Moon over Goteborg notes mixed reaction to Bush six day European tour. Critics say he remains underestimated, yet foreign aides praise or rebuke his stance on global warming NATO and missile defense. Sweden saw large protests including about 15,000 demonstrators and a provocative display outside the hotel.
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Bush
Newsday
Ken Fireman
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Goteborg
Libraries and porn do not equal First Amendment issue
Gerald L. Vick of Mount Vernon questions June editorial on public library Internet terminals. He argues librarians should not disseminate pornography to children and urges controlled access, noting potential censorship and suggesting unfiltered terminals by request.
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Coralville
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Gerald L. Vick
Mount Vernon
Embrace gays but not their sin letter argues real danger
Jeff Bauer of Vinton writes that while Jesus embraced people, not their sin, and that postmodernism misleads about realities. He argues homosexual activity is perverse, warns of consequences of nonmonogamous relationships, taxes, and speeding, and urges rejection of the lifestyle while condemning individuals.
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Jeff Bauer Vinton
National debt question lingers after surplus claim
The writer asks why the national debt is no longer discussed after a budget surplus. They wonder if debt vanished or if good economics caused a refund. They advocate using the surplus to pay down or eliminate debt.
Why Bush Doesn't Get Much Respect
A reader criticizes President Bush for policies amid a economic and social strain. They argue the administration favors oil interests, questions wage hikes, and cites rising job losses gas costs and education cuts. They demand focus on seniors medicine and Social Security and urge return of a $200000 raise.
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Bush
The Gazette Opens Feedback Channel for Letters and Columns
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns addressing public matters. Submissions must include full name, signature, street address, and daytime phone number. anonymity is not allowed. Letter length up to 300 words, one per writer every 30 days, with editorial discretion and no return to sender.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Summer vacation as a treasured rite of youth
Brad Warthen reflects on his long nontraditional schooling abroad and vivid summers spent with family, books, and outdoor freedom. He laments moves to shorten or split summer breaks, arguing such time off fuels creativity, rest, and appetite for return to learning. The piece contrasts adult demands with a child’s need for unstructured leisure and shared, carefree summers.
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