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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 2000
Page
4
The Gazette editorial notes readers questioned Gov. Vilsack’s immigration proposal and cites a Tel-Us poll where 164 of 168 CITYLINE callers opposed. It argues immigrants built Iowa and could fuel growth, urging openness to newcomers despite current fears. It links population trends to future workforce and political representation.
A reader criticizes errors and odd word choices in Iowa journalism. Examples include Nike Kinnick misread as Nike for Nile and an Olympic goal medal mislabel, plus a definition debate over scut and a misused loaner term. The anonymous reader urges exact language and clarity.
Kris Das argues Kashmiris must choose their own fate through UN led negotiations and a plebiscite. He notes India’s half million troops, many casualties, and the risk of nuclearization, urging dialogue among Indians Pakistanis Kashmiris and the world community.
The writer argues SUVs are hard to drive and unsafe, citing a Tampa incident with Darryl Strawberry and detailing how their size hides dangers. The piece questions purpose, utility, and driver behavior, urging reconsideration of building more SUVs.
Wayne Carlson of Iowa City argues against repealing the estate tax, contending that subsidies from taxes support business success. He cites public schools, highways, military protection, and government funded research as key forms of support for U.S. businessmen and urges higher tax contributions from those benefiting most.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include writer name street address and daytime phone number. Mailing address is The Gazette, a 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406. Fax and email contact options provided for submission.
A Sept 16 letter accuses the Cedar Rapids Board of Education of incompetence waste and deception and portrays ALOT as spoilers rather than watchdogs. The writer claims reserve funds cover urgent repair needs and questions PPEL income being moved to the general fund.
A Cedar Rapids reader defends the Tuma soccer complex against complaints about noise and traffic. He recalls past protests during road projects, urges neighbors to “lighten up,” and says he and his wife will visit often to cheer on their grandsons, praising the site as a family-friendly venue.
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