Gazette Editorial Reflects on 9 11 and Tolerance
The Gazette honors the ninth anniversary of September 11 with a call for unity and religious freedom. It praises interfaith dialogue led by the Inter-Religious Council of Linn County and Cedar Rapids Islamic Center and Temple Judah prayers at 1:30 p.m. on First Ave SW.
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Tax cuts for the wealthy do not create jobs
Analysis argues tax cuts for the rich do not spur hiring while corporate profits rise. It credits Clinton era policies with job growth and warns against tying job creation to wealth, urging focus on incentives like permanent R D tax credits to expand businesses. The piece also criticizes political spin and defends the Iowa Supreme Court in a separate note.
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Readers debate constitutional views and patriotism
An editor letters readers voice frustration over political rhetoric. The writer asserts pride in the nation and government and urges personal study of the U S Constitution and Declaration of Independence. The note mentions buying a combined copy for about ten dollars and keeping it handy.
Letters on taxes courts and religious intolerance
Readers debate state taxes and constitutional limits on courts John Hesling argues to vote out three Iowa Supreme Court justices over marriage law concerns Beverly Strong defends constitutional separation of powers and urges civic balance Larry Anspach denounces Dove World Outreach Center and Rev Terry Jones amid Quran burn threats promoting constructive aid over provocation
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Evidence contradicts 9 11 crimes in guest column
The author discusses how forensic methods gather physical evidence and testimonies yet notes contradictions in the World Trade Center case. Claims include sparse debris, missing floors, distorted steel, vast dust, ground-zero soil hauling, and anomalous video and sound evidence. The writer concludes closure may be impossible.
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