Editorial urges Reagan veto of textile import bill
Gazette argues Congress risks alienating Asian partners and harming U.S. farm exports by passing restrictive textile measures. It notes margins, potential overrides, and adds quotas on shoes and copper to boost support. The piece warns of higher clothing prices and regional job losses, urging a presidential veto for national interests.
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Debates Should Stay Nonpartisan says Commission
After nine months of study the Commission on National Elections urges reforms for U S debates. It criticizes two party sponsorship as likely to ruin debates and praises the League of Women Voters for fair sponsorship. It warns that shifting control could end debates or hinder third party chances.
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Cedar Rapids Marion League of Women Voters celebrates 35th year
The Cedar Rapids Marion League of Women Voters marks its 35th year of service with a week of birthday events. Rooted in early civic activism dating back to the Iowa Women's Suffrage Association and the 1920 vote, the group has long hosted forums, informed voters, and assisted registration under leader Jaroslava Holub Wheatley.
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Defense spending critique targets General Dynamics swindle
The piece argues the defense industry, led by General Dynamics, overcharges the government and incurs few consequences. It details overcharges of about $7.5 million, a temporary bidding suspension, and a quick rebound, then calls for nationalization, criticizing the not free enterprise system and noting minimal competitive bidding in Pentagon purchases.
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Cleaning house without bothering Reagan's head
A syndicated opinion piece lauds Donald Regan as a take charge White House chief of staff arranging cabinet reshuffles He mocks Margaret Heckler and Robert McFarlane for not shaping up and hints at political maneuvering around Nancy Reagan The column critiques the way Washington operates and industry ties.
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Chapter 11 Hearings for Morris Plan Entities Tomorrow
Readers question the Morris Plan of Iowa and MorAmerica bankruptcy filings and probe intercompany loans, solvency, auditing gaps, and possible shell-game tactics while noting hearings at the Five Seasons Center.
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Stop Drunk Driving This Holiday Season
Tom Miskimen of the Area Substance Abuse Council urges self discipline to prevent drunk driving. He notes 1984 traffic deaths and alcohol involvement while advising hosts to offer nonalcoholic drinks, arrange safe rides, and discourage guests from driving after drinking.
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