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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1979
Page
9
Two years ago Congress approved a 29 percent pay rise with no record vote, triggering a tidal wave of voter fury. The Senate later delayed the pay cap until 1983 and faced questions about conflicts of interest, outside income, and how much money influences lawmakers. Critics accuse lawmakers of rushing the measure and warn voters may forget amid cynical political maneuvering.
A House committee examined a measure to fund candidates for general elections under a public financing plan. Critics argue it advantages incumbents, curbs free speech, and could harm two party balance, while supporters say it reduces influence of moneyed interests.
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