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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1995
Page
5
Jerry Elsen is named Editor of Editorial Pages and Mark Bowden is appointed Managing Editor and Editorial Board Chairman, signaling leadership changes at the publication. The announcements outline responsibilities and the new roles within the editorial leadership team.
The piece argues against a National Performance Review idea to let passengers from some low risk countries bypass U S customs. It warns the risk of criminals exploiting bogus passports and stresses preserving security barriers despite traveler inconvenience. The author condemns removing long standing checks and favors retaining safeguards.
In FY 1995 nearing end, Clinton and Congress face a possible Oct 1 shutdown as Budget Director Rivlin orders agencies to prep. House GOP pauses threaten essential services, while White House accuses Republicans of brinkmanship. Public anger looms if welfare or benefit writs are curtailed. voters expect deficit cuts with service protection.
Knight Ridder Newspat analyzes Newt Gingrich's long term strategy as the 1994 GOP gains position him to shape policy and perhaps win the presidency by 2000. It notes his rising negative ratings may delay a 1996 bid while outlining how Senate gains could entrench his control of the agenda.
The Hawkeye Labor Council AFL-CIO and affiliates sponsor a Labor Day celebration at IBEW Local 405 Union Hall. Labor Day honors everyday workers with a day for rest, food, games, and solidarity.
A reader defends Shannon Faulkner against a Philip Terzian column that labeled her overweight. The letter commends Faulkner for pursuing equal rights and navigating pressure to conform to a flawless ideal, calling her achievement more meaningful than a diploma.
A reader thanks the newspaper for community coverage. They praise the Vernon Heights block party and Neighbors section for highlighting neighborhood events and diverse local flavor. The reader also commends front page photos and the Promise Keepers article for non sensational news.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words and requires name street address and daytime phone. Publication will include sender name and hometown. Letter Address Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406. Fax and email contact options are listed for submission.
A reader recalls Vernon Heights and Anderson Park in Aug. 26 Gazette coverage. He notes his father Dr. C. T. Hickok of Coe College helped establish the area, living at 2018 Fifth Avenue, and describes a childhood spent in the park and woods before dense development.
Froma Harrop reviews the 1960s New Math era triggered by Sputnik, recalling teacher Mrs. Tormento, Cuisenaire rods, and set theory. She notes confusion, poor textbooks, and critics like Richard Feynman, arguing the movement failed to adapt to practical language and learning.
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