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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 2000
Page
9
In Cedar Rapids Rosco E Wright argues against uniform performance based pay and a $25000 base salary for teachers. He warns of bias and unfair treatment of capable teachers and urges objective tests, noting genetics and parental attitudes affect student success.
A reader argues the Supreme Court ruling against organized prayer in public schools reflects bias before calling for equal treatment of all religions in schools. He cites a Wicca club case and defends Bible passages as guidance for religious freedom in America.
Community members criticize city plans to spend 1 percent local option sales tax on beautifying Main Street while wheelchair access remains poor. Jody Katz highlighted unsafe buildings and disrepair, with only about 10 percent of funds raised for the project so far. Residents urge sidewalk and property assessments to meet immediate accessibility needs.
A column excerpt discusses distinctions between fame and notoriety, hay days, and persuade versus convince. It cites examples from a Legion member in Tulsa, a meal for a Sunday school class, and a note from Gilbert Maas on wording choices.
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