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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1995
Page
6
Ken Slaughter serves as Vice President and Treasurer, Dale Larson as Vice President and General Manager, Jerry Elsen as Editor of Editorial Pages, and Mark Bowden as Editorial Board Chairman and Managing Editor.
The editorial reflects on Lincoln Kennedy King Sadat Rabin and the impact of assassinations on historic progress. It argues that major civil rights and peace efforts often endure beyond the deaths of leaders and notes broader forces shaping Middle East and global events. The piece concludes that assassins rarely alter ultimate outcomes.
Citizens are urged to cast ballots as local offices fill by write-in in some communities while others choose from candidates with active campaigns such as in Cedar Rapids. The message emphasizes citizen participation and explains that voting shapes governance at the nearest level.
The piece argues Congress props a one year expulsion rule for firearms or look-alikes in schools while local boards must adopt the policy to secure federal funds. It questions e allotment challenges and whether look-alikes and timing of expulsions fit individual districts. It notes Cedar Rapids and Center Point faced pressure to adopt the policy despite differing local contexts.
The piece contrasts Colin Powell moving toward the GOP with Pat Buchanan distancing himself amid budget battles and a cultural war frame. It traces Buchanan's history from youth boxing to punditry, notes his radio attack on Medicare cuts, and questions whether Republicans will accept his shift or whether Powell's move signals a party realignment.
Readers from Linn County question the 40 year prison term for Steve Goldin five years for eight bribery related offenses. They compare it with drug and bribery cases and urge reconsideration or alternative detainment and community service. The letters express concern about public perception and fairness in sentencing.
Robert C. Tilden of Cedar Rapids opposes Clinton’s plan to send U S ground troops to Bosnia arguing the move would trigger a Vietnam scale quagmire. He warns of multi sided attacks, high casualties, and failed peacekeeping goals as ethnic hatred persists despite Dayton talks. He urges Senators Grassley and Harkin to oppose involvement.
A reader comments on The Gazette Oct 27 coverage showing violent scenes in Jaycees haunted house and movie reviews. He notes perceived double standards between real world violence and entertainment, urging society to curb sensational depictions and reject ongoing “play with fire” attitudes.
The author argues for a robust weapons policy in Cedar Rapids schools. He notes lack of educator training on armed incidents, the harms of weapons in class, and the need to involve police where appropriate, citing Iowa law on concealed and dangerous weapons as guidance. Sam Black supports strong leadership.
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