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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1986
Page
6
The piece argues U S military strikes against Libya were a regrettable but necessary last resort when diplomacy failed. It weighs goals versus outcomes, notes civilian harm differs by intent, and stresses the need to see if further action will curb terrorism rather than escalate it.
Gov. Branstad announces an Iowa state office in Washington costing about 80000 dollars annually. The move aims to advance Iowa interests, assist businesses and research institutions with federal grants, and reduce travel costs currently totaling 250000 annually. Critics cite historical unease, noting Congress as the intergovernmental liaison.
The federal government requires branding of dairy cows on the cheek for identification, a move denounced as cruel. Critics say ear tags or dye suffice, while concerns of hide damage and animal pain persist. Animal rights groups have sued and won a delay, with hopes for a permanent stop.
The piece argues the Monday night Libyan strikes were justified by provocation from Muammar Khadafy and a broader threat from terrorism. It warns that future responses must be devastating, and weighs alternatives such as diplomacy, economic sanctions, and UN action while noting potential risks.
WASHINGTON Many unanswered questions dog the Libya air strike. Analysts question the timing and aim of the operation, its effect on Khadafy and the Arab world, and the risks to U.S. allies and Soviet relations. Officials say the president calls it a success, but doubts persist about NATO, France, Spain, and other partners. New York Times Service
A reader urges opposition to President Ray-Gun's SDI as a nuclear program and criticizes massive military spending. Others argue Gov. Anaya's refugee sanctuary stance challenges US policy. The letter-writer discusses Iowa banking, venture capital, and interstate banking, and comments on a National Guard retirement case in the 234th Signal Battalion.
A reader voices pride as legislators decide against requiring prior notice for student locker searches. They urge focus on economic matters and criticize attention to such issues as misallocation of taxpayer funds and time.
The Gazette photo journalist Rita Reed is named Photographer of the Year by the Iowa Press Photographers Association. The recognition highlights her outstanding images over the past two years and showcases The Gazette's strong journalism.
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