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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1998
Page
5
The Gazette reports Cedar Rapids and other Iowa districts consider raising mandatory driver education fees for the 1998 99 school year. Cedar Rapids councilors postponed a vote from $65 to $300 amid concerns over burden on students and families.
The McCain Feingold campaign finance bill failed to overcome a filibuster by nine votes. Proponents argue public support for reform remains strong and hope sentiment shifts during the election season, while opponents warn the measure risks silencing diverse groups and restricting political speech.
Readers from Cedar Rapids condemn a proposed local option sales tax urging scrutiny of spending and call for audits. They argue taxpayers lose control, warn of pay raises, and insist funding goes to safety and essential needs rather than recreation.
A proposed bill by Feinstein and Hatch to curb paparazzi is criticized as unnecessary. The piece argues existing stalking and assault laws cover abuse, while the law would limit legitimate news gathering and serve elite interests. It cites Diana's death as a trigger and notes celebrities often generate public interest and wealth.
Letter writer condemns homosexuality using Leviticus and Romans references and argues the Lutheran Church was right to dismiss Pastor Steve Sabin. Questions editorial stance on sexual orientations and cites Exodus International for “getting free.” Calls for consistent moral stance across society.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include name street address and daytime phone number. only name and hometown publish. Send to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 or by fax or email as listed.
A Des Moines orthopedic group CEO faced an unscheduled two hour delay on a Des Moines to Cincinnati flight after a bomb joke at baggage screening. He paid $50 to Linn County for a bomb sniffing dog, with no charges filed. In contrast a Delaware man received jail, a $40,653 airline repayment, and six months for a similar joke, with sentencing in Dayton. William H. Hintz of Cedar Rapids questions the discrepancy and seeks explanation from the Des Moines U.S. Attorney.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for accuracy or judge opinions in readers’ letters. It invites corrections or contradictions from other readers and offers equal opportunity for publication of responses.
Johnson County property owners and Iowa City taxpayers question the continued school enrichment tax approved in 1989 after two close votes. The tax, supported by the Chamber of Commerce and School Board, was meant to preserve programs and is now cited amid discussions of program cuts and new fees.
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