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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 2000
Page
7
A reader defends keeping concealed weapons carriers CCW records closed in all Iowa counties noting background checks training and responsible behavior. The piece criticizes public release of gun owner names as unsafe and unnecessary and suggests signage for unarmed homes to deter crime.
A letter argues against a Clear Air For Everyone push for a city ordinance banning smoking in Iowa City restaurants. The writer defends proprietor rights, stresses consumer choice, and promotes market selection via visible smoking policies rather than government bans. The piece questions broader freedoms and cites existing smoking allowances nationwide.
A reader argues most crimes are not hate crimes and supports adding gender sexual orientation and disability to existing hate crime protection. They contend the bill helps victims and should be a nonpartisan legislative priority, not a political issue.
In printing readers letters The Gazette does not vouch for information accuracy or judge opinions. The policy notes contradictions or corrections may be published later with equal opportunity for readers to contribute.
A dramatic speaker laments a shift to a throw away culture arguing that 72 percent taxes and European style socialism threaten self reliance. The piece critiques debt, government programs, and nationalized banks while warning of endless welfare and lost virtues.
A reader expresses opposition to RU-486 approval and abortion, recounting an 8 month old son and urging personal responsibility. The letter condemns abortion as mass murder, cites 1.5 million killed last year and 30 million since 1973, and warns of moral decline.
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