Deregulation debate echoes in Iowa travel costs
The Gazette worries about airline pricing post deregulation as Cedar Rapids and Des Moines residents face steep fares to Washington DC versus cheaper cross country hops. It cites Oct 24 1978 as the act's 20th anniversary and calls for scrutiny by officials including Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller amid concerns of predatory pricing and unequal access to affordable air travel.
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Choices shape a nation one VCR at a time
A reader reflects on where a replacement VCR is made and the broader economic and political implications. From Japan to Mexico, the piece weighs labor, NAFTA, and the hidden influence of consumer choices. It concludes that the face of the device matters less than the price tag.
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Korea
China
Mexico
NAFTA
United States
Clinton
Billy Jeffs
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Gazette invites public letters and guest columns
The Cedar Rapids Gazette outlines policy for letters and guest columns. Writers must include full name signature, full street address and daytime phone number, though addresses are not published. Anonymous submissions are not accepted and editors may edit material.
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Public uninterested in Clinton impeachment despite scandal
Bill Thompson argues that the public shows waning appetite for Clinton Lewinsky scandal revelations. Polls reveal broad approval for Clinton, impeachment talk fades as videotape raises ratings. resignation unlikely as perseverance defines Clinton, while critics push for action.
Public letters call Clinton conduct a distraction from duty
Readers weigh in on Clinton scandal and congressional behavior. Citizens from Cedar Rapids to Mount Vernon urge accountability, condemn partisan politics, and urge focus on governing. Several cite Monica Lewinsky and Gennifer Flowers while supporting Clinton or criticizing media coverage.
Democrat lays out Gore Clinton ticket for 2000
Francis C. Gillon of Cedar Rapids argues for Al Gore and Hillary Rodham Clinton as the presidential and vice presidential pair in 2000. He envisions Clinton guiding Gore on national issues and suggests Clinton residence and future roles for the Clintons after inauguration.
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Be Sure and Be Literate Splits Highlight Slang and Style
Ted Kubicek curates three clippings showing common writing blunders. He notes slang like badder and baddest and suggests standard forms such as worse and worst while warning against phrases like be sure and see the Liffel Tower.
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