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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1999
Page
4
Editorial warns that using federal funds to hire teachers and police officers is a gimmick that may look good but creates future costs and unintended effects. It notes 1.2 billion for 30 000 teachers and 75 percent police funding, with many officers not funded long term.
A conference in Gising debates ICANNs power and the private public split on the Net. Saskia Sassen argues space is not finite while AOL Europa's William Burrington champions wired Europe. Olson warns against top-down pork and stagnation. satellite internet plans signal rising stakes for all Net users.
John E. Vikdahl of Bertram urges action on polling place accessibility noting five Linn County sites lack ADA compliance. He points to curbside voting and other accommodations and calls officials to ensure fully accessible locations by the 2000 election.
William Stosine notes during Gay Pride month why parades in major cities provoke debate about what gays have to be proud about and how public attention affects perceptions of their lives.
A guest column defends Gay Pride as a daily affirmation against prejudice, noting legal gains in anti-discrimination protections and high corporate recognition. It acknowledges ongoing AIDS, church rejection, and family myths, urging continued growth, accountability, and marches toward equality. Tur n iui Sinsine of Iowa City contributes.
Eddie Parks of Cedar Rapids argues for stronger measures against reckless driving. He calls for more police traffic monitoring, temporary license revocation based on offense severity, and steep fines to deter risky driving and reduce fatalities and injuries.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for letter accuracy or judge opinions. It invites corrections and contradictions from readers with equal opportunity for publication.
The Gazette invites readers to submit letters up to 300 words. Include your name street address and daytime phone number. Only your name and hometown will appear with the letter. Send to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or by fax or email.
Rich Patterson praises The History Center staff board volunteers and contributors in Cedar Rapids for a job well done.
The University of Iowa and the city of Iowa City partnered for the Iowa Arts Festival June 10 13. Pentacrest hosted the main stage and children activities while 75 artists set up booths downtown. The event drew roughly 40 000 attendees, boosting downtown merchants and potential yearly location.
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