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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 2004

Page

4

Social Security reform debate urged for unity and facts

The editorial urges a public yearlong discussion on private retirement accounts as a path to long term solvency. It notes plans from a 2001 bipartisan commission would not affect current beneficiaries and outlines benefits for younger workers, plus debate on costs, risks, and implementation.

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Fifteen Years After the Berlin Wall the Readjustment Persists

The essay marks fifteen years since the Wall fell, noting a peaceful transition with West German wealth transfers and lingering pain in East Germany. It argues that psychological adaptation to liberal democracy takes generations, warning that Iraq may not show rapid, clear success.

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Campaigners Should Limit Time Before Election Day

Thelma Hubler of Lisbon argues politicians waste taxpayer money during campaigns. She proposes a law restricting campaigning to six weeks before Election Day, saying officials should focus on duties instead of nationwide travel.

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Bush backers must accept responsibility for failures

The writer blames Bush supporters for the Iraq war and possible civilian and soldier deaths, calling for accountability for decisions to reelect George Bush. They accuse supporters of guiding a crisis based on falsehoods and criticize their perceived Christian stance.

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Letter writers critique Bush victory and policy

A collection of letters questions the Bush re election outcomes. Readers debate foreign policy debt and risk, noting invasion without provocation and ongoing war. They warn of financial strain and job insecurity, urging vigilance as future policy unfolds.

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Pet prison staff on Sundays proposed for Cedar Rapids

A reader urges Cedar Rapids Animal Control to keep the facility staffed on Sundays after a terrier named Bai ley escaped and spent a weekend in the pet prison. The letter argues ongoing care and potential fines require weekend staffing and questions the cost.

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Four More Years Cry in a Divided Nation

The passage echoes a shouted pledge of “Four more years” amid a divided country. The piece condemns Republicans and accuses a terrorist-fueled hate and anger of threatening national stability.

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