Shelter advocates defend Iowa City DV project
In a letter to the Gazette supporters of the Iowa City Domestic Violence Intervention Project defend the shelter as a crucial safe space for battered women and children. They warn backlash harms victims and scarce resources, praising Pat Meyer of DVIP and urging continued social reform.
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Iowa City
Iowa
Pat Meyer
DVIP
Why let majority vote tax on minority
Iowa bond issues require a 60 percent majority vote to approve long term tax funded projects says the editorial. It argues reducing the threshold endangers economic growth by taxing risk takers and passive investors and notes vast wealth includes intangible assets and investments.
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the Gazette
Mexico
Iowa
Harkin campaign on track after South Dakota primary
Sen. Tom Harkin claimed the campaign was on track with a full head of steam following the February 25 South Dakota primary. The remark drew attention as critics warned that momentum may be overestimated. The letter is signed by Robert A. Weinhardt of 3233 Cottage Grove Ave. SE.
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South Dakota
Tom Harkin
Robert A. Weinhardt
Cottage Grove Ave
Marketing funds questioned in USDA grants critique
A reader criticizes the Market Promotion Program and USDA grants, arguing money should aid Iowa farmers and workers rather than Fortune 500 firms and foreign interests. The letter condemns government spending since Reagan, urging a shift to domestic farm support.
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USDA
Iowa
Fortune 500
Insure or Else: Calling for Uninsured Driver Risk
A reader recalls a crash when an uninsured driver caused damage and near misses including a fatal highway collision. They urge mandatory auto insurance with expiration cards shown at license plate renewals to curb uninsured, irresponsible drivers.
Parental notification law proves impact on teen pregnancies
Letter argues parental notification reduces teen births and abortions citing Minnesota Rhode Island and Massachusetts data from early 1980s. Signers urge Iowa lawmakers to adopt parental notification claiming lower teen pregnancy rates, fewer teens on welfare, and potential budget balance.
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Minnesota
Rhode Island
Massachusetts
Printing readers letters ensure equal opportunity for corrections
The Gazette states it does not vouch for accuracy in letters and does not imply endorsement of opinions. It invites readers to offer corrections or contradictions for publication, maintaining a balanced platform for diverse viewpoints.
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Gazette
Why Do We Have Two Senators For Iowa
A letter from Neil W. Webster of Guttenberg argues Sen Tom Harkin was often not voting on recent bills. He questions paying full wages to a senator who is running for higher office and not actively representing constituents.
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Iowa
Washington, D.C
Tom Harkin
Neil W. Webster
Guttenberg
Democrats push temporary sales tax to five cents
Dale Buntrock of Route 2 Lansing argues that House Democrats seek a temporary sales tax increase to five cents to fix budget problems, but he contends such tax hikes never expire and that lawmakers rely on closed door talks.
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House
Dale Buntrock
Lansing
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