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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1983
Page
6
The governor aligned his program with Democratic priorities after meeting legislators during the interim. Norland says talks were tailored to pre session goals, while Branstad faced criticism over a sales tax hike. Republican and Democratic leaders praise governance style but warn future tests in economy and administration.
William Timothy Kirk escapes with court-appointed lawyer Mary Evans and faces trial in absentia for the killings of two fellow inmates at Brushy Mountain Penitentiary. Judge says Kirk waived attendance. opening arguments set in a Tennessee courthouse.
Gov. Spellman signed a bill allowing wives to file rape charges against husbands, calling marital rape an alarming hidden issue. He praised removing the marriage defense in first and second degree cases and said the law will deter domestic violence despite fears of abuse.
Stakeholders note Branstad has shown consistency in initial supports and a few strong stances. Minority Leader Stromer says a honeymoon period is due but warns doubts remain about future adversarial shifts. Craft and Nagle say it is premature to judge non legislative leadership effectiveness.
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