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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1982
Page
6
The piece argues that a constitutional balanced budget amendment is redundant and futile given Public Law 95-435 already requires a balanced federal budget starting 1981. It condemns lawmakers for ignoring the law while promoting an amendment, urging accountability of all candidates and officeholders.
An Iowa Des Moines couple and a Nebraska incident spurred a look at Iowa State Code on horns and warnings. The rules require a horn audible 200 feet away and ban nonemergency use thus allowing musical horn blows only in safety contexts.
The piece argues President Reagan sincerely believes Taiwan arms sales will not change, yet the joint U S China communiqué signals gradual reductions. It contrasts the Taiwan Relations Act with the new language, urging consistency and noting potential long term shift away from aiding Taiwan.
A satirical survey critiques well known pundits from Buckley to Buchwald, labeling Buckley as narrow minded while many others are praised for insight or dismayed for bluster. It notes the value of skeptical, irreverent thinking inspired by Jefferson Mencken and Rogers.
Periodic observations from Eastern Iowans invited to express themselves here. The topics are unlimited and the views are theirs. Bruce F. Anderson of Cedar Rapids is associated with Iowa Advertising and previously worked as an aide to former Senator Dick Clark and was creative director for WMT.
A reader argues that Reagan era policies failed Iowa workers. They warn of rising job losses, claim extended benefits may end, and urge locals to display red ribbons and vote in November to push back against the perceived neglect of the working class.
A reader challenges doctors and obstetrical groups in Cedar Rapids over hospital choice. He says obstetricians staff both area hospitals yet deny dual-hospital delivery, labeling it discrimination. The letter urges consumers to fund locally to pressure providers to allow hospital selection.
A Cedar Rapids family endorses David Challed for the at large seat, citing deep local roots and a history of community service. They highlight his work as a legal services attorney and church board member and urge eligible voters to support him on election day September 14.
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