Opinion: Elect an achiever as president
A Cedar Rapids reader argues for Al Gore over George W. Bush, praising hardwon achievement and study. The letter defends Gore's policies on hybrids and renewable energy, criticizes Bush for mocking ideas, and links energy policy to inflation and safety concerns.
Untapped US fuels debate colors Texas education views
Beverly Hannon and Bill Loftus deliver letters criticizing Bush Cheney aims. They claim oil interests profit from dependence, praise or blame Texas schooling standards, and warn voters to choose competence over entertainment. They contrast Bush era debt and layoffs with perceived budget surplus and job prospects of the Clinton era.
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Candidate rhetoric critique from Larry King Live clash
A panel of five broadcast veterans blasts presidential rhetoric since TV debates began in 1960. They discuss George W. Bush's ethos and pathos and contrast his eloquence with claims about Al Gore’s stance on abortion and choice, urging voters to back Bush as the pragmatic solution.
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Chesbro and terseness in a reader letter mix
Readers propose a contest to find the longest sentence by quoting George C. Chesbro from An Incident at Bloodtide and note his use of heavy description and offensive terms. A second reader talks about tense usage, contrasting pluperfect and past perfect and questioning their distinction in modern grammar discussions.
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