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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 2010
Page
4
The Gazette argues that tolerance of religious difference is essential in a diverse country. Islam and Muslim beliefs are misrepresented by some, but most Muslims are peaceful and contribute to society. Terrorism is a tactic, not a religious belief, and democracy requires hard work and open minds.
A Cedar Rapids letter-writer lauds Bob Vander Plaats for courage and fiscal conservatism. He criticizes activist judges and argues a return to limited government, opposition to Obama era policies, and repeal of health care reforms, cap and trade, and earmarks. He warns of deficits, inflation, and loss of freedom.
A letter argues against equating disease with lifestyle. Lori Coronado cites the idea and Wilma Rettig from South Amana comments that such comparisons are invalid and timelessly flawed, likening them to apples and oranges.
A reader highlights the use of child soldiers in Uganda, noting abductees as young as eight by the LRA, with 10 000 children serving unwillingly in the past 18 months including child brides. The appeal references UN rights and calls for awareness and action.
The piece cites USDA figures showing over 50 million Americans, including more than 17 million children, live with food insecurity. It urges public school outreach and passage of the Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act to expand meals, raise nutritional standards, and reduce child hunger.
Cedar Rapids plans to acquire the Crowne Plaza Five Seasons for 3.2 million and invest up to 22 million in a city funded facelift. City Manager Jeff Pomeranz says the risk is reviving the area while avoiding a blank spot in the local economy. Officials note federal state and city commitments total 75 million for nearby convention and U S Cellular Center upgrades.
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