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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 2009
Page
3
The Gazette notes donor fatigue but United Way of East Central Iowa aims to raise 10.5 million, 100000 more than last year, to support 40 partner agencies aiding flood victims. Cedar Rapids residents numbered over 18000 affected, with many awaiting federal buyouts, rising unemployment, and ongoing recovery efforts.
United Way of East Central Iowa reports 16 percent more customers and increased calls for utility aid while government tax revenues fall. The agency notes rising mental health and substance abuse issues and outlines focus areas Education Income Health for Linn Johnson Benton Cedar Iowa and Washington counties. A first impact report on partner programs is expected this fall and residents are urged to donate or maintain giving.
Jeanne Lipman Marion laments what she calls a poisonous legacy of the Bush years. She cites pressure on terror alert timing, fired Democratic attorneys, crony oil influence in energy and EPA appointments, and industry‑linked interior appointees. The piece argues public cynicism grows as government loses integrity.
Dolores Underwood of Vinton criticizes health care reform debate as partisan and says lobbyists and Congress drive a national plan that betrays the common good. She cites Rep. Leonard Boswell’s Aug. 14 town hall at Sigourney Public Library with a packed audience and limited participation as evidence of controlled discourse and pushback against Obama supporters.
The writer endorses backyard chicken keeping, praising practicality and daily eggs. Moving from acreage to town, they argue the practice is harmless and comparable to common nuisances, urging Cedar Rapids and Marion to allow it like the state capital.
Ralph Bock argues in Cedar Rapids letters to the editor that reducing taxes could mirror the Cash for Clunkers impact. He cites a $1 billion program, about 250000 cars, GM restaffing 1350, and 60000 extra vehicles, claiming tax refunds boost spending and prove freedom and capitalism work.
Cedar Boat Club put on a free family night at Ellis Boat Harbor in Cedar Rapids on August 22 with decorated boats and fireworks. Residents praise volunteers and call for returning harbor support as tenants express pride and optimism for a comeback. Don Jennings spearheads the appeal.
In death the Kennedy saga divides Americans into two camps liberals praising his public service and conservatives focusing on Chappaquiddick. The piece notes kinship of timing with health care reform efforts and questions whether God favors conservative or liberal aims or remains indifferent.
Column by Jennifer Hemmingsen weighs the 21 drinking age, cites Morris Chafetz’s shift in stance from 21 to 18, and explores ways to cut risky drinking. It highlights parental influence, a Duke study on binge drinking, and Choose Responsibility’s licensing concept as a potential middle ground.
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