Editorial: Tax cuts risk misleading surplus myth
The piece argues against using a perceived revenue surplus to justify a broad tax cut. It notes that federal budgeting counts Social Security cash as part of the surplus, warns of long‑term unfunded commitments, and casts doubt on an election‑year tax cut amid debt and future solvency concerns. It condemns congressional push for tax relief despite a Clinton veto threat.
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Lincoln Highway’s Reach, Delays Shape Iowa History
A Gazette and KCRG package recalls the Lincoln Highway from New York to San Francisco, noting seedling miles like County Route E-48 between Mount Vernon and Cedar Rapids and paving milestones in 1919 and 1925. The piece links early effort to Eisenhower’s later push for highways and reflects on how big ideas take time to mature.
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Girls listen to your mom how to avoid big creeps
Claudia Smith Brinson urges mothers to teach daughters to avoid predatory men like the so called big creep tied to Monica Lewinsky. The piece stresses delaying sex, knowing a partner before intimacy, and valuing self respect and honest relationships. It cites Lewinsky’s deposition details and critiques decision making, advising self worth and resilience.
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Letters to the Gazette on Clinton Impeachment Debate
Readers attack Congress and Republicans over Clinton impeachment discussions. They question moral character, accuse lawmakers of wasteful investigations, and propose political sharp political humor about the 1998 crisis and impeachment debate.
Gazette invites readers to submit letters for print
The Gazette welcomes letters up to 300 words and requires name street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown will be published. include contact details for verification. Address letters to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or send by fax or email.
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Brady Law changes in Iowa limit long gun sales to permit holders
Iowa keeps annual handgun permit-to-purchase and background checks but adds an instant check for long guns starting Nov. 30. Without a permit, buyers face FBI background checks costing 16 and potential delays from minutes to days. FBI may keep records 18 months. An Iowa permit avoids the extra step. ISF urges memberships and lists contact points for leaders Robert Anderson and Ed Dolan.
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