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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 2004
Page
6
The Gazette argues the U S military cannot rely on conscription again. Congress must decide, but bills lack support and public opinion favors volunteers. Navy and Air Force meet goals, and stop loss measures show back door drafts failed.
Gay rights advocates argue that state supreme court rulings recognizing gays as a suspect class could broaden protection and trigger affirmative action in Oregon and Washington. If upheld, the decisions may influence national debates on same sex unions and trigger new legal challenges to federal and state civil rights policies.
A reader notes a mailing from Chet Culver's office about voting options including absentee ballots. The Republican Party of Iowa questions whether the mailing aligns with Culver's role as Secretary of State and whether it improperly favors the Democratic ticket.
Readers defend nonpartisan voter outreach as taxpayer funded and not biased. A letter stresses that republican mailings discourage voting and absentee voting while Culver's office materials remain nonpartisan.
The piece emphasizes voting as a communal action that carries the nation forward and blesses the country and its people. It hints at gratitude toward Bush for foreign leaders aiding in the Middle East fight against terrorism.
A voter recounts casting an absentee ballot after an eight month cancer battle and reflects on faith in possibility and change. The piece underscores perseverance and the daily search for light and guidance in a hopeful civic moment.
The Iraqi prime minister addressed Congress amid praise from President Bush for standing with the United States against terrorism. Senator Kerry was criticized for not attending and for questioning Allawi’s credibility during the visit, with calls to engage allies still supporting the war on terror.
Criticizes the Bush presidency for failures in war on terror and Iraq policy. Highlights nuclear threats from North Korea and Iran, poor troop protection, outdated equipment, and lack of exit strategy. Calls for real leadership and better defense commitments for American children.
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