As we celebrated the anniversary of the 2008 flood and the Fourth of July, there was a lot of talk …
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The Gazette Opinion Staff Letters to the Editor Jul. 11, 2010 12:21 am5668d ago
As we celebrated the anniversary of the 2008 flood and the Fourth of July, there was a lot of talk …
The Gazette Opinion Staff Letters to the Editor Jul. 11, 2010 12:13 am5668d ago
David Rasdal’s July 7 story about 12-year-old Hunter Koenigsfeld should be a reminder that kids need to wear helmets while …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 11, 2010 12:03 am5668d ago
“Meet the new boss, same as the old boss.” I had the opportunity over the Fourth of July weekend to …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 11, 2010 12:02 am5668d ago
A July 3 letter from David Lees stated that Sen. Chuck Grassley is no longer a conservative and does not …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 11, 2010 12:01 am5668d ago
As one of the 98 World War II veterans who were selected to go on the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight, …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 11, 2010 12:00 am5668d ago
Many projects are in process in parishes and schools that show support for the troops in Iraq who are fighting …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 10, 2010 12:30 am5669d ago
I thank those who worked so hard to bring a spectacular fireworks display to downtown Cedar Rapids. I also thank …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 10, 2010 12:29 am5669d ago
Mr. Terry Branstad, I’m wondering why you are running for governor. You’re already getting a huge pension from the state …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 10, 2010 12:28 am5669d ago
Recent Democrat television ads declare that “big oil” gave Sen. Chuck Grassley $219,000, but don’t say when or over how …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 10, 2010 12:27 am5669d ago
About three months ago, I saw advertisements for a program at one of the larger banks represented in our community. …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 9, 2010 12:50 am5670d ago
Nile Kinnick kept a diary while serving in the Navy during World War II aboard the USS Lexington. He died …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 9, 2010 12:46 am5670d ago
Regarding the June 27 guest column by Shams Ghoneim: The author presents a picture of Islam as a religion that …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 9, 2010 12:45 am5670d ago
I am concerned over our present government and elected officials. It’s time to clean house. I will be voting against …
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Letters to the Editor Jul. 9, 2010 12:44 am5670d ago
It is a pleasure to have Dave Loebsack as our 2nd District congressman. He is well-informed, articulate and caring. You …
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