Writing reads better when sentences stay lively
A reader challenges Carl Kane’s short sentence stance arguing that long, imagery rich prose engages readers. The piece recalls 1800s newspapers with bold emotion and urges making writing interesting rather than merely shorter.
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Mr. Kane
Our war on children is not Congress' but ours
In a letter from Steve Malerich of Marion, the writer questions the notion of a federal war on children. He argues Iowa can adapt by urging fiscal responsibility in Washington, expanding local support for schools, and reducing reliance on federal funds rather than blaming Congress alone.
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Ron Fielder
Lew Finch
Congress
Des Moines
Washington
Iowa
Readers invited to send letters and guest columns
The Gazette invites public business letters and guest columns but notes not all can be printed. Submissions must include full name signature address and daytime phone number to verify identity and prevent anonymous submissions.
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the Gazette
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Gazette Net
CompuServe
Compuserve.com
Marion resident attacks Cedar Rapids merger plan in hometown editorial
In a Marion letter to the editor Greg Hapgood rebukes the idea of merging with Cedar Rapids. He mocks the proposal and calls for Marion to remain independent and continue its perceived low crime and strong schools.
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Marion
Cedar Rapids
Cedar River
Iowa
Linn County
City Square
Choices in 1996: Dole or Clinton and the call for reform
Cort Stapleton of Cedar Rapids argues for real change over status quo politics. He critiques government protection, subsidies, and unaccountable spending, warns about tax, regulation, and a global tax threat, and backs reformers like Forbes, Taylor, or Keyes.
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Bob Dole
Bill Clinton
USDA
U.S
Orwell
Forbes
Taylor
Keyes
Cort Stapleton
Cedar Rapids
Apostle of the apostrophes and a Shawan nuisance
The text discusses possessive forms and apostrophe usage in two national publications. It examines examples like roommate's and Liosa's, explains double possessives, and notes how gerunds influence apostrophe rules. It also mentions United States' dropping and United State's debates and ends by referencing Shaw.
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Herman Ginsberg
Hauser
Fernando de Szyszlo
Peru
Vargas Llosa
Liosa
Llosa
United States
United State
George Bernard Shaw
Sacrifices Sought for Balanced Budget and Social Programs
Cedar Rapids reader James B. Jones urges shared sacrifice to balance the budget amid debates on Medicare Social Security and welfare. He blames past underfunding noting rising costs and calls for all generations to cut spending while urging political action through letters to lawmakers.
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AARP
Lyndon Johnson
Great Society
James B. Jones
Cedar Rapids
Job opportunities trail growth in living standards
Analyst Norman Luxenburg discusses how technological progress boosts living standards but reduces visible employment. He contrasts German apprenticeship systems with American education, noting Germany still faces rising unemployment and argues for training reforms to align with future job needs.
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Norman Luxenburg
Germany
U.S
America
Hedrick Smith
Industrial base must be preserved despite rising employment
The article argues that even with a strong American industry, future jobs cannot be primarily in manufacturing. It notes U S employment nearly doubled from 60 million in 1965 to 125 million, while industrial jobs stayed around 20 million. It cites limited future gains from tech and warns against losing the industrial base to maintain a balanced trade while addressing the neglected majority entering the workforce without higher education.
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U.S
United States
Smith
Germany
France
Canada
Advances drive job growth amid rising demand and tech costs
The piece argues U S employment surged as demand for goods and services rose due to technological advances lowering real costs. It notes air travel, cooling, computing, and video devices becoming accessible while addressing credit risks and the need for better education to prepare for future jobs.
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U.S
Smith
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