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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 2009
Page
3
The Gazette Editorial urges the Iowa Regents to avoid a 6 percent tuition hike for 2010-11 amid ongoing budget squeezes and stalled federal stimulus. It promotes smaller increases aligned with inflation, structural reforms, and cost reductions rather than passing costs to students and families.
In response to a letter, the writer argues climate change is not new, citing the last ice age ending about 10 000 years ago and glaciers shaping landscapes in areas like the Great Lakes and Haileakala National Park. They note urban growth near Cedar Rapids and stress a need for accessible public transport to reach essential services without long walks.
Todd Dorman and Jennifer Hemmingsen will blog Tuesday night with perspectives on municipal election results in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City. Readers are invited to visit Gazette Online to view posts and share opinions, as the columnists provide local political insights.
A letter argues that students and staff are undervalued in budget decisions. It notes a 24 million dollar cut and warns that midyear tuition, layoffs, or program removals will not solve long term issues. The writer urges prioritizing education over profit and questions fund management.
A University of Iowa student laments annual tuition increases amid a financial crisis. The writer notes relying on aid grants and work study while criticizing midyear hikes and proposed budget solutions that would burden students further.
An opinion piece argues that military service incurs risk and cost, noting National Guard duties, college funding, and the need to trim costs. It cites a $100 spring tuition surcharge and 6 percent rise for 2010-11, criticizing waste and urging efficiency at state universities. Larry Blades of Iowa City weighs in.
The Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act extends protections to sexual orientation gender identity and disability status after a decade of debate. Proponents say it safeguards civil rights. critics warn it could suppress religious beliefs. Churches may preach freely unless beliefs infringe others rights. Contact the writer msanchez kcstar.com.
A columnist praises local candidates for Cedar Rapids City Council District 3, Jerry McGrane and Pat Shey, who faced tough questions and public scrutiny. The piece notes the time demands of part time council service, the risk of public life, and urges voters to hold leaders to accountability while offering sympathy for winners and consolation for losers.
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