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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 2002
Page
4
The Gazette Editorial argues Iowa should avoid a strong ballot initiative system. It notes nationwide declines in initiatives, cites concerns over potential mischief and reduced candidate pools, and asserts Iowa has managed well without frequent direct-vote questions.
The Detroit Free Press editorial urges urgent action to harden U S security against terrorism. It cites Hart Rudman panel findings on gaps in intelligence, border controls, and emergency coordination and calls for a new Homeland Security Department with $10 to $20 billion in funding.
Aaron Wright Robins questions McLeodUSA financial health citing prior debt and investor losses. He suggests customers pay only a fraction of what they owe as a goodwill gesture to force accountability and restore trust.
The Gazette invites readers to submit letters and guest columns addressing public business. Submissions must include full name, signature, address and daytime phone number. anonymous letters are not accepted. Editorials may be edited or not run. responses must fit 300 word limit and be sent to Cedar Rapids Iowa.
A lighthearted note on language usage in town pages. Albert suggests occasional Speak Right columns to curb filler phrases like I mean you know and stuff. The piece ponders odors being airborne and a clipped Iowa line about a swell place with appliances and swell stainless, wondering if swell returns.
The account recalls World War II experiences showing the impact of care on war orphans in Le Havre and the author’s bonds with children. It contrasts official efforts with loving individuals providing meals, gifts, and comfort, while noting ongoing foster care challenges for kids.
A five year Cedar Rapids resident argues the Highway 100 extension may cost about 100 million dollars without clear congestion relief. He urges a true bypass and integrated upgrades to Collins, Edgewood, Blairs Ferry, Boyson, and Stoney Point roads with environmental safeguards.
George Oster of Cedar Rapids urges the Parks Department to address litter and trash can removal around Robbins Lake before enforcing feeding bans on waterfowl. He notes a deteriorating litter problem since October and highlights the area’s diverse wildlife including a Chinese swan goose egret and several blue herons.
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