Cedar Rapids courthouses ranking and costs rise
The Gazette notes Cedar Rapids lags in federal courthouse ranking despite local efforts. The 1931 post office building has security and capacity shortcomings, with costs estimated around 58.1 million after a donated 2.1 acres lowers the price. The funding process now relies on a civil service priority system rather than congressional riders.
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Second Street
E. Michael Myers
Gazette Washington
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Indiana U urged to place itself on probation too
An editorial argues Indiana University should also place itself on probation after the university- sanctioned review of long time basketball coach Bob Knight. It notes Knight's volatile temper and past success, questions changes in campus attitudes, and predicts Knight may lose his job if behavior continues.
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Indiana University
Knight
Indiana
Hoosiers
Giuliani Hanover separation fuels public fallout
The Washington Post reports Rudy Giuliani and Donna Hanover proceed toward a separation as Hanover accuses him of personal and public life betrayals. Voters show mixed views on the affair with staffer and judge public impact on his Senate bid while media scrutiny intensifies.
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Giuliani
New York
Donna Hanover
Hanover
Gracie Mansion
Hizzoner
Rudy
Judith Nathan
Clintons
City Hall
Letters to the Gazette Defend Victims Against Blame in Simmons Case
A reader condemns blaming abuse victims in the Simmons verdict discussion. She stresses that girls are not responsible for sexual abuse by a teacher and urges accountability for the offender. She notes the lasting harm and praises those who testified to help others come forward.
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Simmons
Crying for a boy torn from home by government action
A mother recalls watching a raid on a boy seeking asylum and crying for his loss. She links the event to Nazi Germany and other oppressive regimes while invoking the Fourth Amendment and the U.S. Constitution. She vows not to stay silent.
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Stalin
Russia
Gazette Seeks Letters for Public Issue Discussion
The Gazette invites readers to submit letters and guest columns on public business. Include full name signature and daytime phone number, plus complete street address. anonymous submissions are not printed. Letters are subject to editing and limited to 300 words per writer every 30 days. column length typically under 700 words.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Readers Letters Policy Clarifies Gazette Stance
The Gazette states it does not vouch for accuracy or judge opinions in readers letters. It notes contradictions or corrections by other readers may be published in later issues.
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United States
Gazette
Endorsement gap highlights Bush Gore contrast
Letter notes Gore lacks rival endorsement while Fisher compares Bush and Gore biographies. Cartoon by Dick Wright contrasts McCain congratulating Bush with Bradley's silence toward Gore, underscoring a key difference in recognition.
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Marc Fisher
Washington Post
Bush
Gore
Gazette
Fisher
Dick Wright
Columbus Dispatch
John McCain
Gov. Bush
Bill Bradley
John Nieland Seeks Linn County Supervisor Seat
Linn County residents may vote June 6 for John Nieland who campaigns on listening, clear communication, and service to citizens. The candidate asserts he will tackle tough issues and make a difference as county supervisor.
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John Nieland
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