Cheap prison labor not an Asian monopoly
The editorial argues Americans should note flaws in U S practices as well not just condemn others. It highlights Unicor the federal prison industry which must cover costs and could win federal glove contracts, potentially undercutting private workers paid 23 cents to 1 15 per hour while private glove makers resist and fear job loss.
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Hoop site selection misses layup for Cedar Rapids police area
The Cedar Rapids Recreation Commission subcommittee proposed basketball hoops near the new police station but officials warned the site may undermine security. The debate centered on alt sites including Cedar Lake property offered by Rick Stickle for parking formerly a salvage yard. Indoor ice skating potential was also noted.
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Cedar Rapids Recreation Commission
Cedar Lake
Rick Stickie
Bud Byrne
Rick Stickle
Linn County Building Codes Highlight Benefits and Requirements
The piece explains Linn County building codes from 1953 to present, noting the role of inspections, code enforcement, and the IPLR evaluation. It urges homeowners to install detectors, hire licensed contractors, obtain permits and completion certificates, and engage with local building boards for updated standards and safety.
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Linn County
William F. McFadden
Mount Vernon Road
Health Department
Questioning a Flag Desecration Amendment
A reader questions a constitutional amendment banning flag desecration arguing it may not solve real problems. The letter criticizes unclear definitions and potential misuse and commends Rep. Jim Leach's opposition.
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House
Jim Leach
Paul Coffman
Baptists Attack Disney Boycott Over Family Values
A religious leader denounces a Southern Baptist boycott of The Walt Disney Company as harmful and hypocritical. He argues Disney upholds family friendliness, supports health coverage for gay employees, and aids access to care, while boycotts would harm people lacking insurance.
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America
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New York City
Times Square
Disney World
Best Flag Day Anthem Fades Then Audience Sings Proudly
A Kernels baseball Flag Day ceremony ends with the audience taking over the National Anthem as the singer forgets the words. The crowd rises in volume, uniting to declare patriotism, with Kathleen Huebner of Marion praising the moment and its message of American pride.
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Kernels
Timothy McVeigh
America
Kathleen Huebner
Wonders on City Spending and Policy Choices
J D Smith of Cedar Rapids questions recent municipal decisions including funding a private preschool in federal office space, selecting a riverfront site for a new courthouse with parking and security concerns, and financing office growth via TIF while layoffs rise. He urges prudent use of taxpayer dollars and scrutiny of prior loan promises.
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Oklahoma
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Dakotas
Ellis Park
Letters to the Gazette Welcome Brief
The Gazette invites reader letters up to 300 words. Include name street address and daytime phone number. Send to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or via FAX 319 398 5846 or email gazette fylowa infi net. Submitors’ names and hometowns will be published with letters.
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Deupree Critiques “Original Meaning” of Affirmative Action
Letter writer challenges Mike Deupree's June 17 framing, arguing affirmative action exposed not subtle bias but systemic discrimination. He cites Deupree’s question on whether beneficiaries are inherently unable to succeed without preferences, and suggests the same may apply to supporters of de facto advantages.
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