Gazette Leadership Names and Titles Revealed
The Gazette announces its executive team including Mark Bowden as Executive Editor Jerry Elsen as Editor of Editorial Pages and Editorial Board Chairman Dave Storey as Vice President of Bron Operations Scott Swenson as Circulation Director Peg Schmitz as Vice President Bron Operations Joe Hladky as Chairman and Publisher Chuck Peters as President and Chief Operating Officer Ken Slaughter as Executive Vice President and CFO.
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Grassley led Senate Finance on tax cuts and reform
The editorial lauds Chuck Grassley for steering the Finance Committee and guiding a 1.35 trillion tax cut plan over 11 years while working weekends on his Butler County farm and running early morning workouts. It notes his disciplined leadership, bipartisan handling with Max Baucus, and the 67-year-old's frugality and down‑home manner amid a Republican to Democrat leadership shift.
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Chuck Grassley
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Baucus
Finance Committee
Endings and Beginnings Across Iowa This Time of Year
In May in Iowa, the cycle of endings and beginnings is seen in schools and communities. Memorial Day honors fallen others while graduations mark new journeys and seasons. The piece reflects on renewal, the arts, and the ongoing rhythm of life.
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Conservatives Spin Energy Crisis as Market Outcome
Donald Cell of Mount Vernon argues in a Cornel College column that energy prices reflect global supply and demand, not government failure. He counters claims of a Bush energy crisis, notes OPEC dynamics, and champions market-driven conservation and innovation.
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Asia
California
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Canada
Alaska
Congress
Donald Cell
Mount Vernon
Cornell College
Foster care neglect and aging out needs urgent action
Jeanne F. Reeder argues that many foster youths age out at 18 with little support. Studies show high incarceration and abuse rates, and 95 percent struggle to cope without continued aid. She urges expansion of strong shelters and transitional living programs nationwide.
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University of Wisconsin
Family Circle
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Jeanne F. Reeder
Iowa City
Special Issue Neighbors headline draws critique
Readers argue the May 23 Neighbors issue misuses a back page headline about beer in a 100 years ago feature. They urge moving the item to a different section and choosing a more appropriate title given recent alcohol- related incidents involving youths.
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Neighbors
Sticker echoes politics in City Council debate
A bumper sticker observed while waiting at a light captions City Council attitudes toward taxation and governance. It asserts taxation with representation is flawed and advocates replacing politics with professional guidance for future city decisions.
The Gazette Letters Policy and Contact Details
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words and requires name, street address, and daytime phone. Only name and hometown appear with the letter. One letter per writer every 30 days. Editing, mailing address Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406. Fax and email contact provided.
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Parents and teachers share blame for test scores
The piece argues that student outcomes rely on both families and schools. It urges parents to support learning at home, enforce discipline, monitor homework, and value education as a community effort rather than blaming teachers alone.
Jeffords vows to keep Senate seat amid ego clash
In a pointed tirade, Sen. Jim Jeffords blasts Republican ranks and pledges to retain his Senate seat. He calls for campaign funds return, dismisses voter will, and hints at stirring turmoil to prove his point, while denouncing Democrats.
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