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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 2016
Page
6
The Gazette reflects on Sarah Josepha Hale’s 19th century campaign for a national Thanksgiving and Lincoln’s 1863 proclamation. It links her call for “one heart and one voice” to today’s divisive politics, urging healing through shared gratitude and community bonds.
Rich Patterson thanks Cedar Rapids City Council and staff for policies reducing flood damage. New stormwater and top soil rules plus pollinator patches help soil absorb rain. He notes the council works well together in citizens’ best interests.
A message from Judy Pfohl of Iowa City urges respect, support, and kindness for all, warning against bullying and calling for civility regardless of political changes. It emphasizes treating others as one would want to be treated and upholding democratic norms.
A satirical Thanksgiving recipe lists turkeys and sides with political jabs targeting Trump, Clinton, and U S politics. It mixes real food with invented items and harsh commentary, crediting Todd Dorman of The Gazette with the piece and a contact line.
Walter Williams cites campus reactions to Trump's victory across universities. He notes distress at Michigan Cornell Penn Yale Brown and Harvard with exams postponed cry-ins therapy dogs and optional midterms amid fears and protests. He condemns coddling and defends exposure to differing opinions.
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