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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1988
Page
6
Jerry Elsen is identified as Editor and Editorial Pages Chief with Editorial Board Chairman Dave Morris serving as Managing Editor. The fragment notes roles within the newsroom leadership structure.
The Gazette notes that the Newspaper Guild endorsed Michael Dukakis with a qualified endorsement while its wire service arm abstained. The piece argues the move risks reporters' credibility in covering the Dukakis Bush race and could fuel public skepticism toward journalists.
Article notes a 1.4 percent rise in food costs driven by drought and claims some producers and retailers use dry conditions to justify price increases. It contrasts current slow reactions with 1970s rapid gouging, cites Nixon's blame on middlemen, and mentions February 1972 price hikes and factors like farming costs, policy, and weather.
U S Department of Commerce figures cited by Rep. Tom Tauke show Iowa got 1.05 dollars from Washington for each dollar taxed in 1987, up 23 cents in four years. The pattern could worsen national debt if extended to other states.
Jim Fain argues real sacrifice outshines polished patriotism. He critiques Ronald Reagan and Dan Quayle for presenting painless virtue, lauding veterans who faced danger, and warning that future leaders must address economy, environment and education instead of symbolic posturing. He recalls midcentury heroes and urges accountability.
A reader voices concern over University of Iowa hospital waste incinerators and potential air and water contamination citing lack of DNR standards and no public hearings. The letter also critiques Gazette editorials on education, arguing the paper misleads on illiteracy and school funding while calling for meaningful reforms.
In printing readers letters The Gazette does not vouch for accuracy or judge opinions. Corrections or contradictions may be published in equal opportunity fashion.
Reader submissions from Eastern Iowa offer personal reflections on diverse topics. The column presents individual perspectives, inviting broader community dialogue and expression.
Pat McPartland of Cedar Rapids is appointed environmental coordinator for the Iowa Electric Light and Power Co. He previously served as an advertising agency officer and account executive.
The Iowa Summer Writing Program offers a focused week of informal yet rigorous instruction led by Fred Leebron. Participants from diverse backgrounds discuss writing and reading, gain constructive feedback, and endure rejection slips with a sense of accomplishment, even without certificates.
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