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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1976
Page
9
Editorial page overview features opinion pieces from Cedar Rapids Gazette readers and staff. This item previews Sunday features and columns with local civic, cultural, and political commentary typical of a mid 1970s daily paper.
The piece argues vice presidential selections should be for more than vote-drawing power, favoring genuine capability. It notes Reagan’s Schweiker and Carter’s Mondale as examples and questions whether current VP choices will influence the fall outcome. Polls show Carter leading Ford and Reagan, but substantial effects require more than a strong VP nominee.
The Iowa Development Commission hires Ron Kraft from the Red Oak Chamber to head a new Frankfurt office aimed at attracting German investment. Critics note Kraft lacks German fluency but praise his Iowa industry background as the legislature trimmed funding from 150000 to 50000 dollars.
Washington political columnist James J. Kilpatrick argues Reagan erred in choosing Senator Richard Schweiker of Pennsylvania as running mate. He says the move damages Reagan’s image of prioritizing principle over expediency, noting Schweiker’s liberal voting record and weak compatibility. The piece contrasts Reagan with Carter and questions the strategic timing.
Norman Cousins asks how a presidential candidate might frame a campaign focused on dignity and safety. He argues for issues over personal attacks, calls for disarmament, and envisions a foreign policy centered on world security and a strong United Nations style order.
The Gazette faces critique of its July 25 editorial on carpooling. Kenneth J. Ducker of the Institute of Urban and Regional Research argues carpool adoption is complex and requires incentives, contact support, and attitude shifts. He urges a broader, informed editorial and shares proposal copies.
Treasury Secretary William Simon told President Ford of a Rumsfeld driven cabal harming Ford and his presidency over backroom intrigue. Simon brought William Seidman as corroboration and said he never sought the vice presidency, while acknowledging his high standing with conservative leaders and Ford’s running mate prospects.
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