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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1976
Page
8
Editorial page from the Cedar Rapids Gazette dated Sunday December 19 offers opinion pieces on local issues. Readers see commentary on civic matters, culture, and community concerns reflecting the paper’s voice of the era.
A complex 1976 tax revision provisions create penalties for preparers and for misreporting. Many ordinary taxpayers may seek professional help as 20 to 30 percent of self preparers abandon income tax work. The Iowa Bar Association notes confusion in form selection and possible rapid IRS penalties, while estate gift provisions draw sharp criticism as punitive.
CBS commentator Tom Brookshier stated he would be happy if his son grew up like Redskins quarterback Billy Kilmer, days after Kilmer was arrested for drunk driving. The remark drew sharp criticism for softening a serious offense and the portrayal of football as a character builder.
The Supreme Court upholds a pregnancy exclusion in General Electric’s sickness plan. Writing for the majority Justice Rehnquist finds no violation of Title VII. Critics, including cartoonists and feminists, denounce the ruling as male chauvinist despite the decision addressing statutory construction rather than constitutional rights.
Carter says he will appoint without veto or influence and choose on merit. Critics warn such absolute liberty echoes Nixon's downfall and could mislead voters about governing with public influence and commitments.
Washington James Reston reports the Carter transition team proposes a dual veto over undersecretary appointments, a 25 percent cut in the executive office, and televised briefings with experts. They favor cabinet executive committees, explicit deadlines, and possible continued use of Patrick Caddell to gauge public opinion while avoiding policy pandering.
Judd Golden of Des Moines argues that the Iowa crackdown on marijuana possession wastes resources and harms young people. He cites states treating small possession as a citation and urges focus on serious crimes while respecting privacy and dignity. Morris L. Ernst is cited alongside a quote on fear of ideas.
A reader criticizes Robert J. Skelton for urging Vatican involvement in India, questions Hindu reception, and challenges Bishop Dozier over remarried couples receiving rites. The letter defends authority and urges loyalty to church discipline, warning against reformist interpretations.
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