Generations of Cedar Rapids Leaders Urged to Reflect on Generosity
A reader letters at Cedar Rapids editorger raise concern over aging leading philanthropists and a perceived drop in future generosity. Don Bresnahan warns a “generation of generous giants” may depart, leaving the not for profit sector to seek new funding sources as younger elites lack heart and long-term giving. The piece questions whether the city’s tradition of major contributions will continue with new leaders and what that means for community vitality.
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Cedar Rapids
Wall Street Journal
Don Bresnahan
Annenberg Center For Health Sciences
Eisenhower Medical Center
Rancho Mirage
Calif
Roots and relationships in faith and life
A reader laments divorces and the lure of new partners, urging roots in the Lord Jesus Christ. The letter compares fragile life to a tree with weak surface roots and cites Proverbs 24:10 and Psalms 1:3 to promote a deep, Bible grounded, love filled life.
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Jesus
Lord Jesus Christ
God
Cedar Rapids Roars for Roller Derby Culture
Mark Glenn reports Cedar Rapids eyeing roller derby to boost culture and draw crowds. Five Seasons Center officials note growing excitement versus occasional pro wrestling events, hinting at a new regional image in Cedar Rapids.
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Mark Glenn
Cedar Rapids
Mingo
Five Seasons Center
Reagan legacy questions mark Supreme Court reshaping
New York opinion piece argues Reagan will imprint a lasting conservative bias on the Court through Rehnquist and Scalia appointments. It portrays Reagan as the Gipper while acknowledging critics who want him to be Reagan, not Darth Vader, and notes Meese’s role in selecting judges. The article weighs personal image against political impact and future implications for 21st century jurisprudence.
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New York
Supreme Court
Reagan
Rehnquist
Scalia
David Stockman
Darth Vader
Meese
White House
Hardy
Andy
Spencer Tracy
Bill
Nino
A.D
Bigger Western trucks spark road debate in Congress
Debating larger long combination vehicles in 17 western states the pinwheel amendment would widen interstate access for LCVs including turnpike doubles and triples. Supporters cite fuel savings improved productivity for carriers and shippers while opponents warn of higher fatality risk road wear and nationwide deregulation.
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Congress
LCV
South Dakota
Nebraska
Iowa
Salt Lake City
Bob Packwood
R-Ore
Push for Larger Truck Combinations Gains Backing
Senators back wide load trucks to move more goods across the west and Canada. Backers say productivity lowers costs for shippers, but states may opt in or out under a states rights approach. LCVs would exceed 80,000 pounds only if axle limits and bridge formulas stay intact. Safety linked to road quality and experienced drivers.
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Sen. Packwood
California
Alan Jones
American Trucking Association
Packwood
Federal Highway Administration
American Automobile Association
Center For Auto Safety
AAA
Now that's scary the GAZETTE opinion on longer combination vehicles
The Gazette warns Congress about longer combination vehicles or LCVs growing on U S highways. It notes Iowa permitted 65 foot doubles after court orders and tax costs could spring from heavier trucks. It warns of 110 foot behemoths on interstates, maneuverability issues, and nationwide adoption risks.
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Congress
Lowa
Act of Congress
Iowa
Nebraska
AAA
Center For Auto Safety
Safety costs and policy pitfalls of larger combined trucks
Critics warn that expanding to longer heavy vehicles would raise human risk and infrastructure costs. Studies note unknown safety effects and argue that nationwide adoption would demand vast highway redesigns while increasing pavement wear and accident hazards.
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Kennedy
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