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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 2005
Page
4
The Gazette argues for sweeping changes under a bipartisan panel led by Gov. Vilsack. It urges regional governance, shared services, and new district sizes to curb duplication, boost school achievement, and reduce tax burdens, while noting strong local resistance to consolidation.
A California gay marriage ruling is seen as boosting the GOP by shaping the judicial confirmation battle. The piece argues the decision could influence national politics, with Democrats resisting filibusters and Republicans pressing to end them, as Bush may gain leverage for future Supreme Court appointments.
Jason Hsu argues that President Bush would gut Social Security by replacing guaranteed benefits with private wealth accounts. He warns that vulnerable, unskilled investors would face losses while skilled investors already use 401(k) and IRAs, leaving the needy exposed to Wall Street risks. Cedar Rapids.
A letter argues the original food stamp purpose was to help the poor access quality food. It condemns cuts to Medicaid and tuition aid and international aid, links policy to obesity and disease, and questions energy policy and the high gas price effects. It calls for public opposition to the 2006 tax renewal.
Wayne Wasta of Decorah writes to the March 13 Gazette defending belief in evolution as compatible with Christian faith. He argues that believing in evolution does not lessen his status as a child of God or his spiritual direction under Jesus Christ.
The Gazette editorial condemns Bush era secrecy and Patriot Act powers as eroding civil rights and press access. It links fear tactics to justification for war and Social Security changes, arguing democratic principles are being undermined while praising the piece’s pointed critique.
Opinion raises concern over tax cuts for the wealthy while proposing cuts to food stamps for the poor. It argues the deficit could worsen and notes Republicans consider trimming benefits for those already receiving government assistance. The piece stresses perceived government priorities and calls for recall of forgotten pledges.
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