Americans Ignoring World News at Our Peril
British press argues Americans see news as optional, chasing distractions while global events and terrorism demand attention. Andrew Sullivan and others critique US risk tolerance, media focus on domestic stories, and government handling of bin Laden coverage.
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Iowa
Talk with your teen to prevent teen pregnancy
Karla Pisarik and Judy Stoffel promote parent teen dialogue during Let’s Talk Month. The guide stresses verbal and nonverbal communication, timing during car rides, and staying engaged as teens face tough choices. It cites the National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy tips and notes Young Parents Network serves Linn, Jones, Benton, Cedar and Iowa counties.
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Young Parents Network
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Iowa Child initiative promoted as world class tourism plan
Praises Ted Townsend for envisioning the Iowa Child project as a major tourism driver linking Vision Iowa goals to expanded cultural and educational opportunities. Encourages Iowans to act boldly to attract national and global visitors, boost jobs, and showcase small towns and state attractions.
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Don't forsake the veterans
Clayton T. Bulmer, Col. USAR (ret), Cedar Rapids, urges the government to fix Tricare health care for military retirees and widows. He laments co pays and disallowed claims for veterans' medical follow up and warns of financial harm from the system.
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Cedar Rapids Mayoral Tenure Questioned in Courage Awards
A satirical list assigns ten flaws to Cedar Rapids leadership, including secrecy on coin criteria, blocking landfill ranking, TV Q A avoidance, opposing a private waste transfer station, and tax or valuation hikes. It critiques transparency, accountability, and responsiveness in local governance.
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Lee Clancey for Cedar Rapids Mayor
A Cedar Rapids voter urges women to vote for Lee Clancey citing diversity on the City Council and a woman’s perspective. The plea argues the city should move past the “Good ol Boys” era and elect a progressive, capable leader with dignity and plans for the city.
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Gazette invites public letters and guest columns
The Gazette welcomes letters and guest columns on public business. Submissions must include full name signature full street address and daytime phone number no anonymous letters. Limit 300 words per letter and one letter per writer every 30 days. Address submissions to The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 92406. Fox number and email provided.
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