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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1996
Page
4
Editorial defends Mayor Clancey amid criticism at a City Council meeting. Carol Martin asserts support for city employees and signals perseverance. The piece urges civil, constructive dialogue and respect in public discourse.
Leonard Boswell, a Decatur County farmer, emerges as a seasoned freshman in the 105th Congress. Boswell, who partnered with Bonnie Campbell in 1994, positions himself in education and agriculture while pursuing middle ground with Iowa's delegation, as Republicans Leach, Nussle, Ganske, and Latham remain influential.
In a Detroit Economic Club speech Kenneth Starr argues civic virtue and truthfulness frame Whitewater questions focusing on government integrity and the Clinton era. Zeifman’s book targets Hillary Rodham Nussbaum and Rodham as flawed figures influencing impeachment efforts.
Rich Herbst of Cedar Rapids urges airing liquor ads arguing they meet legal and public interest criteria. He contends responsible ads can inform choices and compare liquor to other media, while noting local stations decide within public interest duties.
Jody Keener of Cedar Rapids argues that Jesse Jackson promotes racial punishment against Texaco for remarks by some employees. The letter contends he should apologize for perceived double standards and avoid dividing races while acknowledging Texaco's settlement and response.
Marion letter writer criticizes Senator Tom Harkin for not living in Iowa during congressional recess. They accuse him of campaigning via TV and claim he fights bad bills while relying on a $2 million campaign fund from special interests. The writer urges Harkin to maintain a home in Iowa.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette outlines policy for letters and guest columns. Submissions must include writer full name signature full address and daytime phone number with addresses not published. Anonymous letters are not accepted and editors may edit content. 300 word limit for letters and one letter per writer every 30 days. column length up to 700 words.
Mrs M A Fierick of Fairpay questions how the Streff family of Marion can qualify for Title 19 for their handicapped son while a 20 year old son cannot fund part of his education with a job. She recalls a grandson who used oxygen and died shortly after graduation and laments unclear eligibility rules.
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