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This country was founded under the following principle: ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident: That all men are created …
I support Monica Vernon for mayor of Cedar Rapids. She has been my colleague on City Council. I’ve witnessed her …
In the years I have known Scott Olson, I have witnessed his energy, positive attitude and knowledge. He is a …
Thanks to whoever returned my billfold. I appreciate it so and it serves to reinforce my faith in the goodness …
Who do the football players think they are? Too important to protest in the streets, but feel that there would …
Our hearts are broken by the senseless shooting in Las Vegas. There will never be adequate answers to the question …
Pints & Politics
A periodic, lighthearted look at Iowa political news from The Gazette's opinion desk.
Mass shooting. Two words that immediately silence a room. The words that are spoken in reaction are often all too …
Let’s be honest. We’re ashamed of much of our history. We’re ashamed of many of the heroes we have celebrated. …
Gov. Kim Reynolds, the White House and others are saying it is too soon after the Las Vegas massacre to …
Growing up in Iowa, I was proud to tell people that Iowa had one of the best education systems in …
Having lived in the southwest, I often joined snowbirds from the north who routinely crossed the Mexican border to get …
‘The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it.” John 1:5 Cathy Jansa Cedar Rapids
If a person at a game is upset by NFL players protesting, can the fan get a refund and leave …
We miss them already! Those friendly helpful folks at Peck’s. Who’s going to tell me how to get rid of …
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