GOP looks for a trusted face to win right wing votes
A New York Times CBS poll finds Republicans a diverse group with 38 percent pro choice and 33 percent pro life. 33 percent favor Colin Powell as their top primary choice but candidates must broaden dialogue without losing core voters. Voters seek trust and steadiness over ideological purity. Powell is seen as trustworthy like Eisenhower, suggesting a nominating path.
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Americans Exceed in Philanthropy Through Decades of Giving
The article traces rising charitable giving from the 1980s through 1994, noting 100 billion plus annual donations by 1988 and a 6.3 percent rise in 1994 among the 400 largest charities. It highlights private funding alongside volunteerism and cites Tocqueville on American generosity.
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Fab Five slate urged in munic ipal election letter
A citizen urges full participation in Tuesday's municipal vote stressing team voting under the commission form. The letter cites uneven turnout in finance streets safety and mayor races and endorses J D Smith for mayor Hurley Bassett Jr Brad Harper Don Thomas and Evan Hughes as a complete democracy driven ticket.
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Ole Munson for Cedar Rapids Finance Commissioner
Cedar Rapids resident Ole Munson seeks the city’s finance commissioner post highlighting energy conservation work saving over 500000 for the city. Backed by supporters tout his business experience and volunteer service with the Cedar Rapids Police Reserve.
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Two Cedar Rapids women urged for public office
Joan Lipsky endorses Lee Clancey for mayor and Nancy Evans for safety commissioner, praising their records of public service and credentials. She denounces Larry Johnson for gender bias and urges voters to support the two candidates on November 7.
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Vote Thornberry Vernon Vander Hoef and Buss for growth in Iowa City
A reader urges voters to compare Iowa City's stagnation with Coralville and North Liberty growth. The letter cites business friendliness, street extensions, tax abatements, and RISE funds while criticizing city council indecision and affordable housing focus. It endorses Thornberry, Vernon, Vander Hoef, and Anna Buss, noting signs vandalism as campaign sign skepticism.
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Clarified Role in Sewer Solvent Inquiry as Commissioner
Donald A. Thomas, Commissioner of Streets and Public Improvements, explains he learned of concerns from a city worker before taking office in 1994. He says he halted sewer solvent purchases, uncovered wrongdoing, and instituted purchasing reforms while fully cooperating with the DCI investigation.
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Cedar Rapids
Gazette invites letters to editor for Cedar Rapids readers
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include name street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown publish. Mail to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 FAX 3985846 email addresses listed.
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Safety veteran prefers change in Cedar Rapids departments
Mike Valley states that favoritism has plagued the Police and Fire Departments for six years and endorses Brad Harper as the most qualified candidate due to his EMT, reserve officer, and firefighter service. Nancy Evans argues no changes are needed, while Harper cites his business degree and long service record.
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Power bloc concerns on ballot set in city council race
A letter questions a perceived power bloc in City Hall linking Nancy Evans Dale Todd Ole Munson and Commissioner Smith to a 1993 open meetings dispute over a police station bond issue. The writer fears a closed doors influence if these names win seats in the upcoming election.
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Rancid odor from Linn landfill prompts questions
The Gazette reports a persistent rancid smell linked to the Linn landfill glitch and the city’s odor problem from a southeast side wastewater plant. Voters urge action as millions were spent doming tanks with limited relief, calling for new council leadership to fix the plant management.
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J D Smith for Cedar Rapids Mayor Focuses on Community Service
Mayoral candidate J D Smith presents as an honest, community driven figure with 21 years in the Criminal Bureau of Investigation. He emphasizes uniting neighboring mayors to combat alcohol drugs and violence and highlights extensive public service roles and family commitments in Cedar Rapids. Betty Jenkins Cedar Rapids.
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Cedar Rapids Police Earn Support Against Drunk Driving
Readers urged to back the Cedar Rapids Police Department for their work. The writer notes most hit and run crashes involve drunken drivers and praises checkpoints to remove intoxicated drivers from roads.
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