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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1976
Page
6
Editorial page from the Cedar Rapids Gazette dated Wednesday August 25 1976 presents opinions on local politics, civic issues, and social concerns of the era. The page reflects 1970s community discourse and reader engagement with local institutions.
The piece argues that delegates did not truly vote on rule 16 c but on Ford or Reagan as GOP leaders. It notes Ford favored studying the rule for 1980, but warns such timing could limit VP options and affect support. It suggests examining the idea between campaigns to weigh benefits and harms.
The SWP sues the FBI for harassment and break ins, alleging a six year pattern of covert activity against the party. Documents show repeated burglaries, stonewalling by the FBI, and a pattern echoing Watergate era secrecy. The piece argues this policing threatens political liberty for all Americans.
A letter to the editor defends ongoing support for Ferris and criticizes Linn County Democratic central committee tactics. It praises Ed Colton for safety leadership, condemns LaPeters, and calls for police department changes. A reformatory inmate describes harsh rules and a nighttime lockup as an adult asking for transparency and fairness.
A reader cites passages from Hebrews 10 30 and Deuteronomy 32 35 and Matthew 18 21 22 to locate biblical answers. The note suggests using Cruden's concordance for locating passages in the Bible.
The piece traces Damon Runyan’s take on John Roselli, once a Capone recruit and later a Hollywood favorite despite extortion convictions. It notes his testimony to the senate, alleged CIA links to Castro plots, a murder found in a barrel, and the clash between celebrity glamour and mob crimes.
A reader writes to the editor expressing rare happiness upon picking up the Monday issue dated August. The brief note conveys personal relief and satisfaction with the newspaper.
Ronald Reagan fought a hard campaign facing Ford’s incumbency and party rules. He matched Ford in 22 primaries, carried 22 states, and remained a forceful advocate. His team, notably John Sears and Nancy Reagan, endured losses and warned of a hard road ahead while earning credit for a clean, determined race.
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