Letter warns against knee-jerk action in Afghanistan
Nic Arp of Iowa City writes that killing innocent Afghans would mirror the monsters who attacked the U S. He urges President Bush to pursue careful targeted measures, stressing the danger of reprisals and the need to protect civilians and avoid inflaming rage.
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Aftermath reflections on 9 11 response in Midwest views
Readers in Cedar Rapids share mixed feelings about how the September 11 attacks changed daily life. They discuss prayer, public events, and media coverage, noting the need for compassion and unity while questioning how far the tragedy reaches into ordinary routines. The column invites further public input.
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Virgin Galleger
Patti Galleger
Cedar Rapids
Don’t blame Islam for terrorism and bias
A call for cautious language about Islam amid fear and hate. The speaker urges learning about Muslims, visiting mosques, and fostering interfaith friends while condemning violence, harassment, and discrimination tied to the WTO attack and broader ethnic tensions.
Clarity in writing and odd local notices sparking debate
Margaret McLaughlin and readers critique unclear phrases in a column. They highlight a vague found keys ad and a reported stabbing lacking specifics. The discussion also questions a surreal claim about a mail carrier biting stationery during a lane swim.
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Jill Brimeyer
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Jill
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