Bush sinks in polls amid Time and CNN readings
The piece notes Time magazine and CNN polls over the weekend showing H. Ross Perot ahead of President Bush 33 percent to 28 percent with Bill Clinton at 24 percent. It comments Bush downplaying polls while citing a recovery economy and domestic programs, and questions whether veto-led governance will hurt him in a close 1992 race.
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Libya pledges action against terrorism and severing ties
The article notes skepticism about Libya’s promise to expel or punish terrorists and cut ties with them. It calls for preventive and punitive steps to make sanctuaries harder for terrorists, while acknowledging doubts about immediate impact on global terrorism.
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Libya
Buying the presidency a money driven political issue
Jeff Greenfield argues wealth alone does not buy elections and that Perot faces tough odds. He notes past wealthy candidates faced little impact when seen as intelligent and issue driven, while money’s influence raises concerns about modern politics and campaign financing.
Rising health costs threaten U.S. economy and care access
Stuart M. Butler argues health care cost growth mirrors a bargain plan frenzy, with employers offering extensive coverage at modest premiums while out-of-pocket limits trigger near unlimited benefits. He warns exploding costs strain business and consumer bills, risking widespread financial impact.
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Stuart M. Butler
U.S
Heritage Foundation
Health care costs and a tax based reform plan
Health costs threaten the nation as employer paid benefits spur overuse after deductibles are met. The Heritage Foundation argues for tax code changes shifting financing to individuals, encouraging consumer choice and managed care to curb inflation.
Letters to the Gazette on crime and police conduct
The writer argues against liberal critiques of police actions to ensure safety at a Van Halen concert at Five Seasons Center. They claim authorities used road checkpoints to deter unruly behavior and accuse the ACLU of pressuring the police. The letter condemns perceived disrespect for law by the entertainment industry and its fans.
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Five Seasons Center
Sammy Hagar
ACLU
Iowa
To cut or not to cut the Iowa budget debate continues
Readers criticize The Gazette editorials on Iowa budget policy arguing spending cuts alone cannot balance the deficit and questioning temporary tax increases. Citizens blame lawmakers for impeding funding for Medicaid foster care and nursing homes while urging balanced solutions.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Gazette
Department of Human Services
Jean Mann
Kimball Rd
Iowa City
Letter Guidelines for Submitting Opinions and Notices
A concise guide for writers on submitting letters to the paper. All letters may be shortened and edited. Do not publish anonymously. include writer name, street address, and signature. A phone number for authentication is required but not published. Limit around 300 words. Focus on issues and events over personalities or private matters. Few thank you notes accepted. One letter per writer every 30 days.
Push for Iowa to Lower Drinking Age to 18
Timothy Gleason of Marengo argues that 18 should be the legal drinking age, noting 18 as adulthood for voting, crime, and military, and claiming the current 21 age is inconsistent with other adult rights and responsibilities.
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Iowa
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