Iowa’s Opportunity Gap series examines racial disparities in Iowa
The Gazette editorial notes The Iowa Watch investigative project analyzes 50 years of Census data showing gaps in income education homeownership and poverty between whites and minorities. It urges an honest statewide conversation about racial attitudes and institutional treatment.
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Cedar Rapids
Elder abuse gaps in Iowa spark action drive
The letter discusses Iowa lacking a dedicated elder abuse law covering physical sexual financial neglect and abandonment. It notes seniors may fear reporting abuse and highlights the Heritage Agency elder abuse intervention coalition pushing awareness and policy change. It urges contacting local legislators to protect older Iowans.
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Local taxes and street fixes clash with downtown plan
A Cedar Rapids reader questions tax funds slated for sewers in 2014 and urban upgrades downtown arguing plans to narrow First and Second avenues, add bike paths and trees divert funds from needed street repairs and flood protection. The letter urges taxpayer clarity before higher taxes and endorses mobile homes as affordable housing.
Gazette Editorial on Abbe Center Closure Ramifications
The piece urges support for disaster relief agencies after the Abbe Center closure and Iowa flooding. It links climate change to increased extreme precipitation, calls for greenhouse gas reductions, and stresses watershed management and public involvement with the Cedar River Watershed Coalition meeting at 1 p.m. at the new public library. Senator Rob Hogg weighs in.
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Cedar Rapids
Something toxic in our air drives rising gun violence
HARROP argues America’s culture of violence and easy weapon access fuel mass shootings. She cites Aaron Alexis and Adam Lanza, notes mental illness signs, and critiques societal norms, media violence, and lax sanity checks for buyers.
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Seeking answers on violence and gunfire in America
A guest editorial links mass shootings from Virginia Tech to the Navy Yard with the 34 year old Aaron Alexis as gunman. It argues mental health, gun access, and media influence as factors while urging continued search for policies balancing rights and safety.
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