Be gracious hosts and their costs for candidate visits
The Gazette argues Iowa taxpayers bear expenses for presidential candidate visits, with Cedar Rapids spending about 24 500 for security and facilities on Bush and Kerry trips. It notes some costs are billed to campaigns, others absorbed by the city, and says the visits boost local economy and state clout while costing pennies in the budget.
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Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Noelridge Park
Bush
Kerry
Kerry argues do nothing on Social Security in Florida
Kerry attacks Bush privatization plan calling it a 940 billion windfall for financial firms and says America should do nothing. He argues the current trust fund would exhaust benefits by 2018 and 2042 without real money, urging minor tweaks to extend dates and measures to boost revenue or reduce outlays.
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John Kerry
Bush
Kerry
America
Florida
Conservatives Volunteer, Stand for Bush Character
A reader explains conservative support for President Bush, arguing that volunteers and actions reflect character. The writer contrasts actions over protests and Letters to the Editor, urging Americans to wake up, weigh truth over rhetoric, and vote Bush.
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Bush
Gazette Opinion Page
Doug Neumann
America
Suit Against Tobacco Makers Heads to Trial
A Cedar Rapids chamber email mentions a U S suit against tobacco producers. The text notes themes of equal rights and liberty, referencing founders and the idea of full faith and credit. Public figures Carl Means Neil L. Anderson and David A. Omelik are cited in a discussion on government powers.
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U.S
Cedar Rapids
Neil L. Anderson
David A. Omelik
Bush and Kerry Trade Verbiage Across Global Stages
Kerry at NYU decries Iraq policy as a “colossal error” while Bush at the U N General Assembly defends ongoing wars. The rival speeches, delivered hours apart, frame starkly different paths amid a widening gulf in tone and strategy. Bush portrays resolve and victory, Kerry warns of retreat and misjudgment.
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John Kerry
Bush
New York University
Kimmel Center
U.N. General Assembly
Yankee Stadium
United Nations
Afghanistan
Iraq
Kerry
NYU
Peacenuk
Vietnam
America
Middle East
Bushies
General Assembly
U.N
House
U.S
France
George McGovern
C R metro area studies transport ideas for energy era
Community leaders will draft a to do list of projects to be completed by 2010 with a 15 item plan for five years. Discussions emphasize fewer private cars, potential light rail and high speed rail, and integrated rights of way with higher levels of government. Building codes may shift to energy efficiency and adaptable heating as the energy crisis grows.
Unemployment trends tied to Republican leadership and Bush era
The piece argues that Republican policies under Reagan, George W. Bush, and Clinton shifted unemployment in Iowa. It cites tax cuts and deficits, increased unemployment, and claims 70,000 more workers, 27,000 fewer unemployed under Clinton, plus 30,000 more unemployed during Bush. It notes outsourcing and unemployment benefits changes. It also criticizes education funding and environmental policies while calling for a strong defense. The text ends with a contrast to Sen. John Kerry.
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Reagan
George W. Bush
Iowa
Clinton
Bush
John Kerry
Judicial activism discussed amid constitutional debate
The piece argues that much law arises from judicial precedents and contrasts judges applying imperfect laws to facts with legislators who draft laws for uncertain futures. It notes state judges interpret laws across states in family cases and hints at a push to ban gay marriage via constitutional amendment.
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England
France
Iowa prison staff cuts spark safety concerns
Staff reductions across Iowa prisons begin today affecting officers, recreation, dietary and laundry workers, work crew leaders, counselors, and office staff. With about 500 inmates at the Iowa Medical and Classification Center in dorms, fewer guards may raise risks and limit activities. Call Gov. Vilsack at 515 281 5211 to demand action on safety and staffing.
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Iowa
Iowa Medical and Classification Center
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