Save Foreign Language in Cedar Rapids Elementary Schools
The Gazette urges funding for K-12 enrichment and profiles Cedar Rapids Elementary language cuts. Ben Drzycimski gathered nearly 300 signatures to oppose the $769,565 loss, arguing language learning boosts test scores and cognitive skills. The editorial advocates public private partnerships and warns against underfunding that harms Iowa’s economic future.
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Ben Drzycimski
Cedar Rapids
Steve Graham
Cedar Rapids Community Schools Foundation
Jen Neumann
Iowa
Community letter urges mercy for Cedar Rapids geese
A letter writer condemns the Gazette headline and calls killing geese appalling. The writer recounts peaceful park walks along Ellis Park and the Cedar River, defends geese as caring parents, questions the proposed 2000 birds, and criticizes the idea of open season and political primary implications.
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the Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Ellis Park
Cedar River
Stop the tar sands pipeline spreads outrage in Cedar Rapids
Tom Mohan of Cedar Rapids criticizes the Iowa caucus system and the Dakota Access tar sands pipeline in a forceful guest column. He cites a recent South Dakota spill, argues pipelines threaten land and water, and urges readers to oppose tar sands projects and demand cleaner energy.
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South Dakota
Sioux City
Freeman, S.D
Iowa
Tom Mohan
Cedar Rapids
Williams questions impact of black political power on education outcomes
Walter E Williams argues that black political dominance in cities like Philadelphia Detroit and Baltimore has not improved outcomes. He cites low eighth grade proficiency in math and reading and high below basic scores across the three cities. He notes the Washington DC Opportunity Scholarship Program as a better path and criticizes federal opposition.
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Philadelphia
Detroit
Baltimore
Tion
Washington, D.C
Obama
Branstad as Trump running mate sparks Iowa debate
The column argues Gov. Terry Branstad could be a strong vice presidential pick for Donald Trump, highlighting his experience, swing-state status, and policy stances while noting past administration actions and the vetting process. It includes criticism and questions about his readiness for national politics and ties to Trump.
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Branstad
U.S
Joni Ernst
Donald Trump
Trump Branstad
Trump
America
Newt Gingrich
Chris Godfrey
Godfrey
Iowa Utilities Board
Iowa
Donald
Terry
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