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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 2001
Page
9
Gazette Communications names Joe Hladky as Chairman and Publisher Chuck Peters as President and COO Ken Slaughter as Executive Vice President and CFO in the corporate leadership roster.
Editorial warns against spreading false Internet rumors after a Cedar Rapids restaurant rumor alleging cheering on the World Trade Center attack circulates. It urges readers to verify via Snopes and reflects on recent and historic misinformation.
The text argues media behavior disturbs audiences when sensationalism intrudes on reporting. It condemns emotional exploitation and jingoism, urging accuracy, balance, and responsible judgment in rapid coverage of world events. The piece stresses journalists’ obligation to report facts without sensationalism.
A guest column reflects on September 11 2001 as a defining moment for a generation. It contrasts illusionary culture with harsh reality, noting media saturation and consumer culture. The piece cites Iraq Gulf War D Day casualties and the Challenger disaster while honoring resilience. Matt Bar of Iowa City is cited as the author.
Readers condemn Falwell and Robertson for linking the 9/11 attacks to American decadence while defending their right to express opinions. The letters urge restraint and caution against rhetoric that could aid enemies and undermine national unity.
A reader argues that policies favoring suburban sprawl hurt downtown Cedar Rapids and urges residential development nearby to support a revived center. They cite the Science Center Imax Theater and Cedar River Nature Trail and express hope for Czech Village plans and a return to the downtown bustle of the mid 20th century.
The Gazette requests letters and guest columns that address public business. Submit with full name signature full street address and daytime phone number. No anonymous submissions and a 300 word limit for letters with a maximum of two letters per writer every 30 days.
Discovery notes Cedar Rapids already has three moms groups Welcome Wagon MOPS and Friends and Neighbors Community Greetings. The non profit volunteer group, in operation since 1957, is a chamber member with two information sites and a public contact 362-5951.
The writer laments low turnout in a local school board election, comparing it to long lines for gas. He argues citizens must share tax responsibilities and fulfill duties to preserve freedoms won by forefathers. He urges greater participation to protect rights.
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