Letters to the Gazette on IMF World Bank reform and inclusion
A reader argues that bringing global financial institutions into democratic processes requires broader input. The piece says IMF and World Bank favor market opening and profits over local food production living wages and tax justice, calling for rules changes through voices on poverty and environment.
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World Bank
Washington
D.C
IMF
Seattle
World Trade Organization
Debates on Elian case and parental rights reach across memory
A reader reflects on Elian Gonzalez as a test of family law and national priorities. The writer compares it to past custody disputes and questions why a small faction can influence U.S. policy, urging focus on real concerns.
Christian values letter criticizes atheism and Elian stance
A reader argues it is wrong to equate Christianity with good and atheism with evil. He notes many Christian denominations exist and challenges the claim that Elian belongs to Christians for religious reasons. He cites Stephen F. Roberts on belief and disbelief.
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Elian
Hell
War fund to pay victims linked to U S Chamber drive
Reader questions credibility of a front page AP piece claiming the U S Chamber of Commerce will seek corporate donations to compensate slave laborers and others who worked in German-owned facilities run by American firms or subsidiaries during World War II. The note references Charles Highams Trading with the Enemy and asks why American companies would bear responsibility for wartime profits and what the untold story may be.
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Associated Press
War Fund
U.S
Charles Higham
Barnes and Noble
Ford
General Motors
Stockholm
Switzerand
Richard R. Hansen
Cedar Rapids
Gazette Letters Policy Clarifies reader submissions
The Gazette states it does not vouch for Letter content accuracy or judge opinions. It invites corrections or contradictions from readers and notes equal opportunity for publication.
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Gazette
Microsoft breakup debated as potential stock boon
Gates criticizes breakup proposals as disturbing to consumers and the tech economy while history shows spinoffs sometimes do not hurt stock value. The piece compares Microsoft to AT&T and Rockwell’s spins, noting that diminished firms sometimes see little immediate stock impact.
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Microsoft
Bill Gates
Gates
At&t
General Motors
Chrysler
Iowa
Rockwell International
Boeing
Rockwell
Meritor
Conexant
Rockwell Corporation
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