Reader letters raise questions on public safety and policy
The letter discusses the Officer Friendly position, union contracts, and a selection panel, questioning leadership and conflict of interest. It criticizes Public Safety Commissioner Jaeger, urges accountability by The Gazette, and references Medicaid Title 19, ICAN, and local medical groups. It cites Latin American policy debates and revolutions with historical commentary.
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Jaeger
Cedar Rapids
the Gazette
Public Safety
Bob Jaeger
Gazette
Smaller is Better Service and The Grove City Bill Debate
A Cedar Rapids reader praises a local shop for quick fair service after a motor problem and criticizes a federal bill, the Grove City Bill, now debated in Congress. The letter urges contacting representatives Rep. Tom Tauke Sen. Tom Harkin Sen. Charles Grassley and voting in November to veto or remove lawmakers.
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Cedar Rapids
Washington
Tom Tauke
Tom Harkin
Charles Grassley
Preacher Ostracism Echoes In Church Letters
A March 3 letter on church ostracism warns against pastors asserting authority over congregants. It cites cases of shunning and broad warnings to other congregations, notes Galatians 6:1 5 guidance, and urges patience and divine correction over human pride.
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Churches of Christ
Collinsville
Okla
Church of Christ
Letter on juice harp spelling in review of Big River
In a March 8 Gazette letter the writer defends Helen Chadima’s spelling of juice harp in her Big River review. He notes a Jim speech from Huckleberry Finn Chapter 38 about a juice-harp and a coarse comb and paper. Frederick Crane, 930 Talwin Ct., Iowa City.
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Helen Chadima
Jim
Harkin shifts stance on Panama Noriega policy
Senator Tom Harkin flips from criticizing Noriega for rights abuses to backing economic sanctions on Panama. He previously voted against an amendment to investigate Noriega's ties to drug arms money laundering and Spadafora's death, while Grassley Kennedy and Helms voted yes. The author notes the timing of Harkin's change and cites 1986 vote.
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Tom Harkin
Panama
Manuel Noriega
Harkin
Noriega
Hugo Spadafora
Grassley
Kennedy
Helms
Valet parking disputed for Cedar Rapids downtown
Edward J Kalous of Marion questions the March editorial endorsing valet parking in downtown Cedar Rapids. He argues about 24 hour access, stranger keys, car location, and delays in retrieving vehicles.
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Cedar Rapids
Taxpayers' Rights Amendment Backed For Ballot Vote
A speaker urges Iowa voters to support HJR 13 SJR 10 as a constitutional fix to budget growth arguing the balanced budget clause is insufficient and calling for legislative approval to place the measure on the ballot for public decision.
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Iowa
Gazette Readers Letters Policy Summary
The Gazette states it does not vouch for accuracy or judge opinions in readers’ letters. It permits corrections or contradictions from other readers to be published, offering equal opportunity for their appearance.
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Gazette
United States
Right and wrong homonyms spark reader notes and confusion
The piece discusses two word mixups in reviews and letters. It covers Jew’s harp versus juice harp and sleight versus slight, noting readers’ confusion and editors’ clarifications while citing Betty Gallagher and Danielle Steel’s Kaleidoscope as examples.
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Betty Gallagher
West Branch
Danielle Steel
Outlooks from Eastern Iowans: voices on any topic
Periodic notes from residents of eastern Iowa inviting reflection on any subject. The views are personal and not attributed to any organization.
Linn County Medical Society Names Dan Langfield Executive Director
Dan Langfield of Cedar Rapids is appointed executive director of the Linn County Medical Society, replacing the prior leader as the organization shifts its administrative leadership.
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Linn County Medical Society
Cedar Rapids
The
Doctor-bashing harms patients as care costs rise
A critical look at doctor-bashing argues it hurts patients more than it helps. The piece contrasts laws forcing low rates with market effects in auto repair and medicine, warns of reduced access to care, and urges balancing costs with patient needs and tort reform.
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Cedar Rapids
National Organization For Women
Dr. X
Dr. Z
God
Dr X
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