Censorship in Schools Spurs Editorials on Illiteracy Threats
The Gazette urges opposition to rising censorship in public schools. It cites a 50 percent rise in challenges to reading material and warns that the drive to impose certain moral standards could jeopardize literacy. It stresses that erasing illiteracy matters more than debating book merits.
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Arthur J. Kropp
People For the American Way
John Steinbeck
J.D. Salinger
Alice Walker
Mark Twain
Asie
Nader debuts frugal shopper guide amid auto industry talk
The piece reviews Ralph Nader’s book The Frugal Shopper and his call for consumers to compare prices and avoid ineffective gadgets. It notes his guidance on gasoline-saving devices and energy inefficient appliances while urging rational buying and saving across services.
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Nader
Clinton plan praised as workable economic path
Roger W. Johnson argues the Clinton plan offers tax cuts for middle class and targeted investments to rebuild infrastructure. He criticizes Bush on taxes and deficits, says Clinton would reduce the deficit to 100 billion by 1996 and promote private investment with a national growth strategy. Johnson notes Clinton shows fiscal responsibility and social vision as leader.
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Roger W. Johnson
Bush
America
Bill Clinton
Wall Street Journal
Clinton
Boston Globe
Arkansas
Eisenhower
Ronald Reagan
United States
Letters to the Gazettes on child abuse investigations
Diana Rinner argues for better training and impartial methods in investigating child abuse. She questions competence, objectivity, and potential personal bias among professionals in criminal justice, mental health, and child care, urging reforms to improve justice for abuse victims.
Reader letters critique Robert Tilden column on government
A mailed Gazette Aug 15 letter criticizes Robert Tilden for political bias and urges voters to distinguish greed from duty. The writer endorses self-reliant governance while condemning Clinton and a tax oriented vice president, hoping to preserve USA for future generations.
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Robert Tilden
Clinton
Local hotel touts 18 traveler reasons including security
A hotel advertises a business traveler survey listing 18 stay reasons and claims to provide all. The 18th item is peep holes, prompting question of safer terminology like doors with viewer amid recent lawsuits. Betty Noble.
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Betty Noble
D Ave. NE
Gazette Letters Policy Notes on Accuracy and Publication
The Gazette states it does not vouch for the accuracy of readers letters nor imply support for opinions. It invites corrections or contradictions from other readers and offers equal opportunity for publication.
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Gazette
LaSalle High School praise from Cedar Rapids community
Claire Sharp praises dedicated parents and local supporters at LaSalle High School over a three day stretch. She commends parental involvement and the effort of Cedar Rapids residents in building a strong Christian school community.
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Towans
Cedar Rapidians
LaSalle High School
LaSalle
Claire Sharp
Sue Lane
Advice from a cyclist on defensive riding and city awareness
A cyclist who has logged thousands of miles urges riders to defend traffic rules, ride defensively, and be courteous. He notes the risks from motorists and emphasizes knowing peak traffic times and areas to maintain endurance without getting overwhelmed by traffic.
Bigotry is an acquired condition letter to the editor
The writer argues freedom applies to both boycotting corporations and Boy Scouts. The letter asserts homosexuals should not be automatically excluded and urges readers to reconsider prejudice. It states homosexuality is not a choice but bigotry is and can be changed.
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Boy Scouts
Writing shows partisanship in Iowa political reporting
David Lynch is accused of editorial influence in The Gazette bylines about Congressman Nagle and earlier Harkin coverage. The writer argues Lynch acts as a liberal Democrat agent and favors Nagle while praising Nussle and his allies for exposing Democratic House actions.
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David Lynch
Gazette
Washington
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Nagle
The
Harkin
Lynch
Iowa
Nussle
Gang of Seven
House of Representatives
Jim Nussle
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