Iowans Retain Incumbents in Midterm Vote
Editorial notes President Bush campaigned for Republicans with gains in the House and a Republican Senate, while Iowa kept split government. Vilsack maintains moderating influence with a Republican General Assembly, and Harkin’s win underscores local political dynamics. Norm Coleman and Jeb Bush wins cited as broader GOP successes.
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Elizabeth Dole
Jesse Helms
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Outside money and polls shape American elections
A poll and academic voices explore how outside money, party financing, and global markets influence U S politics. Professors say campaign finance and the Iraq focus reduce clear visions, possibly locking parties into broad appeal rather than bold stands.
Still unprepared for terrorism
Warren B Rudman and Gary Hart argue the government must prioritize homeland security with a centralized agency and swift legislative action. They urge immediate funding, expanded watch lists, port inspections, and private sector cooperation to prevent terrorist impact and protect civil liberties.
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Clean voter with single ballot for Jim Leach
Dean Carter Brehio of North Liberty writes that three others followed his lead voting for the only "clean" candidate, Jim Leach, after rejecting attack ads. He urges politicos to improve conduct to protect voter trust amidst partisan rancor.
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Jim Leach
Dean Carter
Brehio
North Liberty
Interchange Proposed to Ease congestion at 151 and 13
IDOT and an engineering firm urge a full interchange at the Highways 151 and 13 east Marion corridor to relieve congestion. They warn traffic signals would raise serious accidents and idling costs, while overpasses could aid evacuations in emergencies.
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IDOT
Marion
Equal candidates blend in a spoof of modern campaigning
A frustrated voter rails at uniform political ads and generic slogans, noting all candidates seem alike. The spoof reflects on radio bites, yard signs, and intrusive calls while insisting on personal, nonbiased research to choose who truly helps or leaves one alone.
Bluestem Misleads on Landfill Plans Says Julie Gates
Julie Gates of Central City charges Bluestem Solid Waste Agency with deception in promoting a regional landfill. She argues public information is biased, cites altered figures on costs and environmental rules, and claims the agency aims to own its own site despite citizen objections.
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Towa
Julie Gates
Central City
Gazette Letter Policy Address and Contact Details
The Gazette opens its letters section with a 300 word limit and requires writers to include name street address and daytime phone number. Contact details are The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 Fax 319 398 5846 and email editorial tanettecommunications.com for submissions.
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