Marvelous impression for C R Amanas tourism conference
Three days in October hosted Iowa tourism representatives the first time the Iowa Tourism Conference was held in Cedar Rapids and the Amana Colonies. Nearly 300 attendees learned industry trends and attractions the Cedar Rapids and Amana Colonies showcased.
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Iowa Tourism Conference
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Rejection of ERA unconscionable in Iowa
A reader laments Southeast Iowa’s stance on the Equal Rights Amendment noting Linn Johnson Iowa Scott and Lee counties supported ERA while many others defeated it. The writer urges unity across genders and calls for reconsideration to honor women’s historic contributions and constitutional rights.
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Linn
Johnson
Scott and Lee
Pre-born rights debated across courts and laws
A historical survey contrasts how courts and legislatures have treated the unborn as persons or not. It cites cases from 1795 to 1971, noting protections like guardianship and Social Security benefits, while condemning the Supreme Court for denying personhood and a fundamental right to life.
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Equal Rights Debate Reflections From North Liberty
Colette Lothe of North Liberty voices disappointment over Iowa vote results on gender equality. She argues all people are created equal regardless of gender and criticizes opponents linking the Equal Rights Amendment to social ills. She calls for constitutional equality for daughters and granddaughters.
Local viewer complains over skipped figure skating on KCRG
A reader vents frustration that KCRG did not air the 1 p.m. figure skating program while other ABC stations did. He argues networks fund local stations poorly and urges viewers to protest by writing to demand more figure skating, criticizing late night ads shown elsewhere.
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Bozos Triumph in Political Update as Clinton Wins
Ernest W Soukup writes a post election reflection praising Clinton's victory and criticizing Bush, Quayle, and GOP critics. He claims the American people chose honesty and progress and predicts a better future under Clinton and his staff. He also includes his address.
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Christian Coalition described as insidious force in American politics
The piece portrays Pat Robertson’s Christian Coalition as a wolf in sheep’s clothing aiming to impose a religious dictatorship. It accuses the group of infiltrating parties, promoting tight controls on morality, censorship, and a power-seeking agenda, urging fear for American freedoms.
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Regional Planning Commission to vote on Bever Avenue extension
Robert C Davison urges no on the Bever Avenue extension through Indian Creek. He cites objections from Wellington Heights and residents who fear traffic, loss of nature trails, and urban sprawl harming Squaw Creek and Cedar Rapids areas.
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Right/Carol Kane Ponder Misread Phrases In Inverted Forest Debate
Theron Thomsen shares a gag and readers send observations about a magazine caption. A Canada goose walks Tripoli Main Street while a Bremer officer spots a bird after window shopping. Patti Cobley argues the inverted forest phrase concerns stalactites or stalagmites.
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Carla Butchers
Main Street
Tripoli
Bremer County Conservation
Frank Frederick
Patti Cobley
Alburnett
Patti
Ask America's Critics to Name a Better Place
SI Frumkin reflects on the question to compare America with other nations. He laments critics who claim America is racist or oppressive and asks what other country offers similar care, blame, and opportunity. He notes his own long residence has blurred the essential inquiry.
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Travelers from USSR visit party in San Fernando Valley
A couple from the former Soviet Union traveling through the United States attend a San Fernando Valley gathering at a split level home. They recently visited Vegas and Disneyland and plan a week in Hawaii. The guests, refugees from the Evil Empire a decade ago, discuss American life over vodka and traditional foods.
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Vegas
Disneyland
Hawaii
San Fernando Valley
America
Expatriate Reflections on American Welcome at Exhibition
In a vivid account a Russian immigrant recalls arriving in America as paradise and describes a visit to the Catherine the Great exhibition at the Armand Hammer museum. Maya, a fellow immigrant, assists her with crutches and praise from museum staff who offered help and a guiding tape.
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Maya
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Toast to the United States in a Soviet Jewish leader’s memo
Si Frumkin, chairman of the Southern California Council for Soviet Jews, addresses a political gathering urging Americans to recognize their luck and rejects a gentler nation as an unachievable ideal. He asks President Bush to listen to those who have seen alternatives and celebrate the country.
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America
Si Frumkin
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