Nader controversy and media coverage critique in The Gazette
A reader accuses The Gazette of bias in its handling of Ralph Nader and criticizes Marie Cocco and other media for failing to ask tough questions. The letter denounces coverage of campaign finance, farm parity, and the treatment of voters including young electorals and Gore supporters.
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Marie Cocco
Newsday
Ralph Nader
the Gazette
Nader
Greens
The
Gazette
George W. Bush
Republican Party
Bush
Philip M. Stern
America
Donald L. Barrett
James B. Steele
Bill Gates
Cocco
al Gore
Abortion Debate: Murder, Rights, and Moral Paradox
A reader argues abortion is murder and compares abortion to killing a fully developed person. The letter asserts laws punish murder differently by state and condemns partial birth abortion as inconsistent with anti murder principles. The writer claims America deceives itself by permitting abortion and questions legality versus moral stance.
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Columbine
America
Citizens condemn sleaze and election turmoil in Florida
A pair of letters from Cedar Rapids readers denounce the Clinton era as sleazy and condemn Al Gore and the Florida counting process. One writer cites lies and hypocrisy, while a second questions judges and calls for voter outrage and reform.
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Clinton
Florida
al Gore
Charles Wells
Gore
George W. Bush
Wells
Clinton-Gore
Katherine Harris
Supreme Court
APO
Edith Belverstone
Cedar Rapids
Gazette Letters Policy on Accuracy and Corrections
The Gazette states it does not vouch for readers letters accuracy or judge opinions. It notes contradictions or corrections may be published if other readers deem them desirable and equal opportunity for publication exists.
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Gazette
Background checks for teachers and officials debate
Stephen Brubaker argues for universal background checks for teachers and public officials. He warns the Iowa Board of Education obstacles may deter would be teachers and suggests extending checks to day care workers and home sitters to protect children. He claims any politician opposing such measures lacks transparency.
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Iowa Board of Education
Stephen Brubaker
Cedar Rapids
8 year old Emily Kratovil donates hair to Locks of Love
A Cedar Rapids girl, Emily Kratovil, gives 13 inches of her hair to Locks of Love. The community and The Gazette are praised for recognizing her generous act during the holiday season.
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Emily Kratovil
Cedar Rapids
Emily
The
Gazette
Liane Davenport
Coralville
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