Unfree expression and the fairness doctrine in federal law
The piece criticizes expanding the fairness doctrine to require equal airtime arguing it would invert the First Amendment. It cites Sen. Danforth and Sen. Packwood questioning government power over broadcast content. The editorial warns that deeming TV important could justify intrusive regulation.
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U.S. Senate
Oregon
Bob Packwood
Federal Communications Commission
Packwood
Congress
Lawmakers Abuse Pay Raises Behind Backroom Deals
The piece argues Congress hid a pay raise repeal in unrelated bills, noting the House and Senate in recent days passed homeless aid while sidestepping salary votes. It cites Iowa's one subject rule as a model to prevent such backroom handling and ensure votes reflect true merit.
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Iowa
Senate
Capitol Hill
Pay Commission
Volunteers praised for dedication to Cedar Rapids schools
Letters highlight National Volunteer Week and Linn-Mar Community Schools thank volunteers who contributed nearly 10 000 hours this year. Readers praise district support and the value of classroom resources and booster clubs.
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Glen A. Easterday
Sandra J. Phelps
Linn-Mar Community Schools
N. 10Th St
Marion
Bush no wimp says Gazette editorials
The Gazette defends George Bush against being called a wimp noting his WWII service, wings earned at 18, three air medals, and the Distinguished Flying Cross. It cites past critics of other presidents and argues Bush's military and public leadership prove strength, not weakness.
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John Kennedy
Coral Sea
Iowa
Maine
Ed Muskie
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Muskie
William Loeb
Loeb
Gerald Ford
Carter
John Buchan
Radio Triumphs Over TV For Baseball And More
New York writers argue radio suits baseball better than television as Yankees games suffer from limited NYC coverage. They say radio brings the game to streets and social gatherings, while TV savors slow tempo, pandering camera work, and hype around political arrivals and concerts.
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Reagan
United States
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