Todd Dorman is capable of good journalistic writing, which makes the mean-spirited cynicism of his Nov. 17 column, “Public’s feelings …
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The Gazette Opinion Staff Letters to the Editor Nov. 21, 2009 11:22 pm5795d ago
Todd Dorman is capable of good journalistic writing, which makes the mean-spirited cynicism of his Nov. 17 column, “Public’s feelings …
The Gazette Opinion Staff Letters to the Editor Nov. 21, 2009 11:21 pm5795d ago
The next few years will be critical to the recovery and rebuilding of our city. We will need leadership, creativity, …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 21, 2009 11:19 pm5795d ago
Kirsten Running-Marquardt is a hometown girl. She went to Kirkwood Community College before graduating from the University of Iowa. Unlike …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 21, 2009 11:17 pm5795d ago
I want to add my voice to those of other Iowans who are so eager for serious and meaningful health …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 21, 2009 11:15 pm5795d ago
If Mayor-elect Ron Corbett wants to help the flood victims, as he stated, I have some suggestions for him. FEMA …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 21, 2009 11:13 pm5795d ago
From a nursing perspective, disease prevention is key. As the death toll continues to rise from the H1N1 flu, people …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 21, 2009 11:12 pm5795d ago
Marion citizens, stand up against the Seventh Avenue bypass (to Sixth Avenue). This $11 million money pit is the city …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 21, 2009 11:08 pm5795d ago
I would like to reply to the Nov. 16 letter, “Evolution is a fairy tale for grown-ups,” by Aaron Rivera. …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 21, 2009 11:05 pm5795d ago
So, how are you liking the change from your new president? You complained that George Bush was grabbing too much …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 20, 2009 11:58 pm5796d ago
We were fortunate to receive an H1N1 shot on Nov. 15 at the Community Health Free Clinic (under Linn County …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 20, 2009 11:57 pm5796d ago
I had the privilege of going on the Honor Flight on Nov. 10 and would like to thank the sponsors …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 20, 2009 11:55 pm5796d ago
Bravo to the Linn County supervisors! An ordinance for 1 percent for art in public buildings has long been needed. …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 20, 2009 11:52 pm5796d ago
There have been several letters to the editor praising Rep. David Loebsack’s support of the health care bill. Courageous? Does …
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Letters to the Editor Nov. 20, 2009 11:47 pm5796d ago
I am a supporter of Aaron Saylor, who is running in the at-large seat for city council. After meeting him, …
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