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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1976
Page
6
The quadrennial advisory commission on federal pay backs a 50 percent hike from 40 000 to 60 000 for senior executives matching cabinet and judge raises. President Ford supports the idea in general, while critics warn of public backlash and questions of value for 18 000 high level civil service positions amid inflation.
A wave of student loan defaults via bankruptcy has risen from 1974 to 1976, with about 12 000 cases totaling $21 million in loans backed by state and federal programs. Critics say such evasion damages taxpayers and honest borrowers, urging stronger oversight and possible curbs on programs to protect the education system.
An article discusses the recurring election year debate over fair taxation and preserving incentives. It cites Tax Foundation data on income taxes above 32 000 in 1972, explores a hypothetical 100 percent tax on high earners, and argues reform should balance fairness with maintaining incentives for wealth creation.
President-elect Carter shuffles transition plans delaying Jack Watson's possible budget director post as Hamilton Jordan consolidates influence. Watson tusks at Jordan, is labeled a walking dead man, while Jordan quietly builds clout and may become de facto chief of staff, raising speculation Bert Lance could challenge him after OMB.
A reader argues the Holocaust memory grounds support for Israel and urges Arab recognition. The letter praises U.S. ally Israel since 1948, notes shared democratic ideals, and calls for face-to-face negotiations with Arab neighbors to secure lasting peace while highlighting continued Western support.
A concise commentary argues that despite Arab alliances with the Soviet bloc and oil politics influencing power, the speaker urges courage and integrity to uphold moral values and support a trusted ally.
The Thursday Noon Lions club president congratulates The Gazette for the editorial That others may see. The club funds eye examinations and glasses for the under funded, financed by their May broom and bulk sale.
A reader letters argues dictionaries and public attitudes reinforce prejudice against retarded children. The note urges The Gazette to promote respectful language and early help for affected families to reduce handicaps.
Editorial page rules permit readers to submit opinions up to 400 words. Each writer may publish one letter every 30 days with non anonymous signature, readable handwritten signature, and a printed name and address for authentication. Letters focus on issues and events rather than personalities and may be condensed or edited without changing meaning. No poetry or anonymous submissions allowed.
A Chicago policeman, stationed near the University of Chicago, argues crime there is a systemic failure with lax penalties and easy access to guns. He notes police difficulty securing witnesses, overcrowded prisons, and judges dismissing cases, while a Maryland-like complacency hinders law and order efforts.
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