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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1988
Page
7
An August Gazette editorial condemns guidance given to some tax exempt churches that avoid public stance on social issues to protect their tax status. It argues this constraint undermines free speech and church rights.
A letter argues the First Amendment protects church expression and opposes tax exemptions that indirectly establish religion. It urges churches to speak freely on all topics, reject government subsidies, and promote liberty for all neighbors, quoting Paul for spiritual freedom.
Readership letters show Democrats voting GOP amid Dukakis criticism and Bush support. A Marion care center note praises Willow Gardens staff. Iowa City Police Association thanks local businesses for support at a benefit dance. A landlord plight letter urges housing for families with children and pets, lamenting modern societal stress and parental worries.
Readers debate the film The Last Temptation of Christ arguing it is a money making product rather than a religious epic. Letters praise cautious Christian responses while condemning misrepresentations and bloated sensationalism.
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