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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1997
Page
7
A reader urges replacing prison-focused policy with biblical justice urging restitution and fines for property crimes and capital punishment for murder. The letter links rising crime to family breakdown and calls government to strengthen families and reduce divorce as a long term solution.
Rosanne Freeburg argues for smaller classes and computer use in schools, cites Senator Tom Harkin's remarks, contends Cedar Rapids schools lack 20 student classes, and accuses Superintendent Lew Finch of blocking her research on classroom computers and student access. She links these questions to her PhD proposal and past senate campaigns.
The Gazette presents readers letters without endorsing their accuracy or judging opinions. Corrections or contradictions from other readers may be published in future issues to ensure equal opportunity for input.
A reader from Norfolk comments on PETA and wildlife policy. The letter attacks Carla Bennett and Virginia hunting culture, questions funding, and mocks Virginians, Midwesterners, and wildlife management with sharp, provocative language.
The Gazette announces letters up to 300 words and requires name street address and daytime phone number. Only the name and hometown will be published. Submissions may be mailed to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or sent by fax or email.
An Iowa Legislature handgun season proposal prompts worry over long range hunting power. The letter notes handgun calibers and factory barrels up to 15 inches increase range to 2,500 5,000 yards, urges lawmakers to restrict such firepower and address wildlife management in deer sex balance.
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