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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 2000
Page
4
Gazette editorial calls for keeping cable access but restricting weekly public comment sessions. It argues for decorum, proposes visit limits for speakers, and suggests adding a distinct public access channel as an alternative forum.
Bill R. Phillips reflects on the day after elections noting the melancholy of defeat for volunteers who pour energy into campaigns. He recalls a 1992 Bush campaign scene and a Boston Globe columnist’s father example, stressing resilience and return to work for the next contest.
The writer defends keeping a book on school shelves after a PTA Reconsideration Committee favored retention. They argue negative portrayals of religion or culture do not justify removal and criticize basing bans on Amazon reviews or political correctness. The piece warns of broader consequences of banning.
Joe Segreti of Iowa City urges the state Legislature to exempt utilities from sales tax now. He cites predicted 50 percent higher fuel oil and natural gas costs this winter and argues the exemption would lessen regressive tax impact and avoid windfalls, ideally for this year or permanently.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words and requires name home town address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown run with the letter. One letter per writer every 30 days. Include address FAX and email for submissions.
Jill Kauffman of Iowa City argues that regulating alcohol sales infringes constitutional rights and imposes morality laws. She contends the rule would raise costs, hurt competition, and favor affluent bar owners while failing to address binge drinking with fair gender distinctions.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for letter accuracy or judge opinions. It invites corrections or contradictions from readers with equal opportunity for publication.
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