Editorial endorses social host ordinance to curb underage drinking
The Gazette advocates considering a social host ordinance to penalize adults who allow underage drinking on their property. Advocates and law enforcement note it targets a small group and complements criminal charges, with examples from West Des Moines and Washington County.
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Loyalty Day reflections and local tax referendum in Robins
The letter salutes Loyalty Day origins 1921 to 1958 and urges reflection on American heritage. It discusses Robins Iowa residents voting May 5 on a one cent local option sales tax to fund streets water sewer and community projects, with projected revenue about 315000 per year and impacts on property taxes.
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A Sad Day for the GOP as Specter Leaves Party
The author laments the Republican Party’s shift after Arlen Specter’s departure, recalling a past era with moderates like Ed Brooke and Henry Cabot Lodge. The piece argues the party now lacks room for centrists and has lost its broad appeal. It notes Democrats may welcome Specter’s exit as a sign of the party’s narrowed scope.
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Gazette Editorial Board Contact Information
The Gazette editorial board lists staff including Publisher Dave Storey Editor Lyle Muller Opinion Page Editor Jeff Tecklenburg and Columnists Jennifer Hemmingsen Beth DeBoom and Todd Dorman. It provides contact for the Opinion Page Editor at 319 398 8262 or reff tecklenburg azcomm com.
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Gazette Letter Guidelines For Publication
The Gazette invites opinion letters addressing public issues. Include name street address and phone for verification. Limit 250 words and one letter per writer every 30 days. Mail Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 Fax 319 398 5846 Email editorial gazcomm.com. The Gazette does not vouch for accuracy or judge opinions. readers may seek corrections.
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Let Marion benefit from tax Let Marion benefit from tax
A Cedar Rapids focused column urges Marion voters to approve a one cent local option sales tax. It argues the five year levy would return more to Marion than it collects and funds sewer upgrades street work parks and trails. Vic Klopfenstein chairs Citizens for Marion's Future.
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Linn County Votes On One-Cent Local Option Tax
Polls open Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Center Point Hiawatha Marion Robins and Walford for a local option sales tax proposal. Polling places are the same as the general election. Contact the county auditor at 892-5300 or linncounty.org for details.
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