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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1995
Page
4
The Iowa governor signs a plan claiming a treasury surplus of over 400 million by June 30, 1996. He pledges to push sweeping income tax cuts next year if conditions hold, while lawmakers favor tax shifts and deductions this year. About 200 million would be saved in reserve, with remaining funds hinging on farming output and industrial productivity.
The piece argues against equating rivals with Nazis in modern politics. It cites Wayne LaPierre of the NRA using Nazi imagery to attack federal agents, notes his later apology, and recalls historical Nazi crimes to warn that such comparisons distort history and inflame rhetoric. It calls for restraint in labeling.
Theresa K. Anderson argues that spending about $50 on regular exercise shoes yields long term health value. At ~500 miles per pair and six months wear, the cost per mile is low and benefits include reduced risk of heart disease. prevention shifts with managed care and community partnerships to boost health awareness.
A reader-forwarded letter discusses the role of religion in U S public life citing Jay Washington Jefferson and Lincoln on prayer and morality It references June 1 1821 and 1861 proclamations and argues for returning to godly standards while critiquing secular education and moral permissiveness The piece includes concerns about schools political life and the need for accountability and faith in God.
A reader from Cedar Rapids condemns white Americans for greed and violence against Native peoples from 1845 to 1890. The letter cites the killing of the buffalo, the Little Bighorn, Wounded Knee, and railroads, praising Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull while urging accountability before God.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include your name street address and daytime phone. Only your name and hometown will be published. Send to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 or via fax email and online options provided.
William C. Stosine of Iowa City condemns the Iowa House for bars on state funding to discuss homosexuality at universities. He warns such limits threaten intellectual freedom and risk turning American society into a controlled, robotic culture.
The Inter-Religious Council of Linn County denounces claims of Middle East terrorists or Islamic militants linked to the Oklahoma City disaster as lacking credible evidence. The group thanks Cedar Rapids Islamic community for its positive civic contributions and expresses appreciation.
The reader expresses upset at a The Back Page caption Funky Feet showing children riding in a pickup without protection on a busy Cedar Rapids street. She questions news value and The Gazette’s judgment and cites common sense concerns.
A joyful evening of dancing at the Paramount on May 11 celebrated teachers, moms and dads, and volunteers. Lois M. Young thanks the community for a free, multi language bob await blessed event with sunshine and a full house.
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