Federal drug law risks overreach on driver licenses
The Gazette condemns a new federal rule mandating six month license suspensions for all drug offenders. It argues the policy punishes states that decriminalize marijuana and could set dangerous precedents for other licenses. The piece urges rescission, calling the law a product of drug war panic.
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Fire safety review underway at Iowa Statehouse
The fire marshal will inspect the century old Iowa Statehouse to assess risks in offices, stairways, and conference rooms. Bipartisan leaders urged safety over partisan concerns as they await findings and potential remedial actions to prevent harm.
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GATT survival risks US jobs and world prosperity
Talton argues the Uruguay Round of GATT is pivotal to global growth and American employment. Failure could slash U.S. GNP, devastate developing economies, and disrupt world trade, while subsidies, protectionism, and political pressures risk an ineffective agreement.
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Helmut Kohl
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University of Canberra
Letters to the Gazett: Gulf politics and war stance
A reader argues the United States must remain in the Persian Gulf to defend oil interests and regional stability. The letter criticizes isolationism, questions the Desert Shield buildup, and urges public support for troops while condemning Saddam Hussein and collateral risk to American lives and economy.
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Baker
Whose or Who's in Headlines Sparks Language Debate
A media debate notes Quayle on Major Dad and who versus whose in headlines. It cites examples of possessive whose and contraction who's causing confusion. Additional cases include suspect admits and article usage shifts in modern editors.
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Julian Bern
Iraq
Avenson
Friend thanks Cedar Rapids helpers for Gloria Elekar update
A reader thanks Cedar Rapids residents for their kindness as they learn Gloria Elekar now in California. The note expresses warm holiday thoughts and ongoing reminiscences about the ex-WAAF friend.
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Glory
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Cedar Rapids
Address needed for advertised business offers
A new city resident writes Patricia Stafford at 703 Fifthg Ave SE Apt 2 requesting the matching business address and phone for an ad seen in the paper. She notes missing locations and contact details hindered a potential purchase.
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Patricia Stafford
Fifthg Ave
Apt
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