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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 2005

Page

4

Iraqi vote hints at first Arab democracy progress

The Gazette notes the apparent approval of Iraq's new constitution marks progress toward a representative system. It cautions that violence and infrastructure needs persist, with American civilian and military support likely to continue through the transition and a cautious path to withdrawal.

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United Way aims for impact over coercion in campaigns

Brian Gallagher, CEO of United Way of America, argues that voluntarism, not pressure, should drive donations. He says 100 percent participation is not the goal and shift to measuring community impact rather than dollars. The national focus is on outcomes and donor value, with training needed for local chapters to move away from fundraising dominance.

United Way of America Brian Gallagher United Way Gallagher Dallas Paul United Ways Grand Jury National Capital Area D.C Grand Rapids Mich

Quiet in the library a banner or a warning

An Eastern Iowa academic library report notes growing reliance on online information resources. The Cole Library at Cornell College shows sharply rising database subscriptions since 2000 and increasing student use, mirroring trends at peer libraries in the region.

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Books Remain Essential as Cornell Readers Embrace Digital Resources

The Cornell community reports a 245 percent rise in per student circulation of books and media since 2000, while overall physical material lending to faculty staff and students has grown over 200 percent. Librarians emphasize teaching digital tools yet defend ongoing value of printed resources.

Cornell Gregory Cotton Jean Denham Cole Cornell College Mount Vernon

Scott Olson for Cedar Rapids Mayor a longstanding civic leader

Kyle Skogman endorses Scott Olson for mayor of Cedar Rapids praising his 30-year familiarity with the city. The letter highlights Olson's roles as OPN Architects principal founder and real estate professional, his civic work, and his plan to divest real estate interests to avoid conflicts.

Scott Olson Cedar Rapids Scott OPN Architects Kyle Skogman

Shields urged to reject union PAC money

Hawkeye Labor Council President Justin Shields calls himself a neutral union member. Critics note he has received 7300 in union PAC funds, arguing the donations conflict with his claim of independence and potential voice for unions.

Hawkeye Labor Council Justin Shields Shields

Brian Fagan for Cedar Rapids City Council At Large

Endorsed by a fellow officer from the Linn County Club, Brian Fagan is presented as an intelligent hard working candidate for the Cedar Rapids at large city council seat. The endorsement highlights his leadership, legal education, and experience as congressional liaison and federal court law clerk. He chose Cedar Rapids as his hometown to serve locally.

Brian Fagan Brian Linn County Club Cedar Rapids

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