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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1988
Page
6
Jerry Elsen is listed as Editor of Editorial Pages and Dave Morris serves as Editorial Board Chairman and Managing Editor.
Editorial critiques George Bush's choice of John Tower for defense secretary. The piece questions Tower's limited administrative experience and potential conflicts of interest while noting his defense contractor consulting work. It urges restraint in defense spending and notes Bush's pledge of no new taxes.
Reagan accuses the news media of aiding Congress and lobbyists in the deficit run up from 1981 to 1988, calling journalists part of a Washington colony that amplifies Capitol Hill. The piece notes media bias claims, cites LA Times critique, and mentions Turner and USA Today shifts, while saying journalists are messengers not policy makers.
The opposing view criticizes Sen Cal Hultmans idea of an income tax credit to retain young Iowans. The editorial suggests focusing on attracting and expanding jobs in Iowa rather than paying people to stay, arguing that incentives should target employers and growth to keep youth voluntarily.
The decision to open official talks with the PLO shifts U S policy toward a new phase in the Middle East. It prompts a broad review of priorities, with emphasis on terrorism, Palestinian moderation, Israeli relations, and Soviet involvement as Washington reassesses its moral stance and support for Israel.
A Johnson County case involving a 34 day sentence for drunken homicide of a bicyclist by motor vehicle prompts strong public rebuke. The editor urges letters to officials and groups, criticizing perceived leniency and urging action against drink driving.
In a November 10 column, the writer agrees with Rev. Larry Johnson that sex education is needed but opposes the version promoted by Planned Parenthood. Psychotherapist David Alexander Scott cites NIH studies showing high school programs influencing attitudes toward masturbation, premarital sex, and abortion. The letter accuses Planned Parenthood of profiting from teen pregnancy and abortion services. Debbie Conner, 6810 Idlebrook Lane NE.
Suzanne Becker argues Judge Lynne Brady erred in a 19 month custody case. She describes a rotating weekly plan that split the children and caused instability for two kids, ages 7 and 6, one with Down syndrome, urging a more stable arrangement in court records from Keystone.
The Information and Referral number for the free Christmas supper was listed incorrectly in a letter to The Gazette published Monday. The correct contact number is 398-5364.
Readers criticize local police conduct and City Hall politics in Cedar Rapids. Letters by Phil Ailett and Raymond F. Wells argue for accountability, mandate limits, and renewed focus on service and governance integrity.
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