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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1996
Page
4
A Gazette editorial laments insult and abuse in public discourse challenging journalists and comedians. It cites Dick Pulse’s letter to Jay Leno, argues civility faded since the 1960s amid war and ratings, and urges standards for treating politicians with respect.
A reader argues shelters for smokers infringe rights and oppose anti smoking policies. The letter urges redirects of funds to quit programs and lauds businesses like Duo-Guard Industries for smoker only shelters as recognition of smokers rights.
Cedar Rapids reader David Baugh argues in favor of Jim Ross Lightfoot over Tom Harkin, claiming Harkin lacks Iowa residency and voting record on taxes and gun control while endorsing Lightfoot as a true Iowan candidate.
Letters discuss US government involvement in drug trades, CIA cocaine allegations, and links to Afghan opium funding. Authors question policy efficacy, warn against legalization, and cite deaths and medical costs while arguing for or against harm reduction and regulatory schemes.
James K Glassman analyzes a potential Democratic one party government led by House Speaker Gephardt and top liberals. He warns of left leaning leadership, higher taxes, altered committees, and Reich inspired federal role, contrasting with ongoing Senate veto potential. He notes risks to jobs, markets, and private sector responsibility.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include name, street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown run with the letter. Send to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or fax 319 398 5846 or email gazette fyiowa infi net.
Deb Foster Linn County supervisor candidate mobilized a food drive with Econofoods and Sun Mart to aid Linn County food banks amid rising requests. The letter endorses her leadership and urges voting on Nov 5. A Hawkeye Arizona photo on Sept 8 shows players kneeling after a football game amid praise for youth engagement.
The passage argues that freedoms require duties to avoid loss of liberty. It cites job ethics, child development, and responsible habits as foundations. It urges early establishment of responsibility, respect, and compassion to foster freedom, peace, and social harmony starting with each individual.
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