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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1988
Page
6
The Gazette editorial decries narrowly targeted TV computer ads that fearfully brandish consequences of buying the wrong software or service. It argues such messaging misleads youths, linking adolescence to job security and promoting costly equipment while ignoring long term price shifts and educator cautions.
Lawmakers push a measure to rehire 1,000 fired during the 1981 strike, despite President Reagan’s vow to veto. Air safety concerns persist as FAA staffing lags and near collisions rise, with 15,302 current controllers about 1,000 below strike-era levels. Senate may block the provocative House bill and pursue admin plans to hire 955 more controllers.
In letters from Aud ry E Rahn and Bina Robinson the writers urge opposition to parimutuel reform legalizing drugs in horse racing and oppose beer tents at church festivals. They argue the Iowa parimutuel law protects animal welfare and caution against overreliance on animal testing, urging readers to contact representatives and consider medical history.
A reader argues that Jesse Jackson is electable, citing recent victories and leadership a country needs. The letter praises Jackson's honesty and hope, urging fair media focus on his ideas and bold leadership for a brighter future.
A reader argues Commissioner Jaeger may review any department employee records and notes Moyle's vindication would be more convincing with a photo. The critique references campaign scrutiny and asks for fuller context.
The Gazette backs Chief Hinzman with heavy ink while dismissing non-admirers and public opinion. The editorial warns that power at 310 Second Ave shapes decisions, union contracts, and agendas regardless of controversy or public scrutiny.
The commentator questions the propriety of exiling truth while President Reagan could deem Oliver North a hero for actions that involved lying to Congress and shredding evidence. The piece challenges the president’s example to the public and youth, raising concerns about morality and accountability.
Ed McKinley bulldozed Cedar Valley Nature Trail through his property raising questions on farm value and tax reassessment. A Benton County Tax Assessor visit, then reversing the trail along fence lines could keep counties earning money though displeasing many residents.
Jerry D. Livingston of Troy Mills argues against raising the minimum wage, claiming it harms freedom and employment. He cites examples from cottage industries to show how labor markets adjust and questions the fairness of government mandates on pay. He notes he once taught and ran a clothing business and ends with Ayn Rand’s maxim on creation before distribution.
A guide explains subject verb agreement with two singular subjects linked by nor or or. It notes common errors in sentences about life saving funds, college teams, band recordings, retirement, and seat belts. The correct rule is that a singular verb agrees with the nearest subject when two are involved.
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