Editorial: Iowa’s budget fix hinges on kindergarten subsidy cuts
The Gazette critiques a proposed aid cut for 346 districts with part time kindergarten. Reducing state subsidies to half could raise local taxes to cover gaps, not truly shrink the deficit. Critics warn full time kindergarten would cost more, while real austerity requires deeper cuts.
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Iowa
Statehouse Democrats
Joe Brown
Montezuma
Cedar Rapids
Sen. Brown
Brown
Reagan Accepts Full Responsibility for Beirut Killings
In the Beirut bombing aftermath President Reagan takes full responsibility for the deaths of 241 U.S. servicemen while noting no disciplinary action will be taken. Critics call it an oversimplification. supporters view it as a courageous admission of fault. The piece argues for accountability and reassurance to the remaining Marines.
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Ronald Reagan
U.S
Beirut
Congressional
Reagan
Reagan Sees Sliver of Progress in Cold War Ties
In his final 1983 news conference, President Reagan offered cautious optimism about U S Soviet relations and the Middle East while noting the poor health of Yuri Andropov. He said he would meet the Kremlin if meaningful progress seemed possible, amid a long history of stalemate and nuclear tension. Churchill’s 1948 warning about a rising Soviet atomic threat is recalled as context for the enduring impasse.
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U.S
Soviet Union
Middle East
Yuri Andropov
United States
Winston Churchill
Churchill
Lebanon
Israel
Syria
Geneva
Moscow
Sweden
Shultz
Gromyko
Andropov
Debate on Nuclear Freeze and U S Cold War Strategy
The piece argues against a nuclear freeze, warning that trusting Soviet intentions risks national survival. It critiques verification flaws and future aggression, contrasts Reagan's deterrence with freeze hopes, and notes stalled talks, with a Sweden meet planned for January.
Young volunteers brighten Cedar Rapids holiday season
The Council on Aging praises Lambda Chi Alpha and Chi Omega at Coe College for a four year food drive delivering 40 baskets to the elderly. Franklin Junior High, Regis High School and Girl Scouts from Hiawatha also supported with concerts, parties, transportation, and poinsettia deliveries. Prairie Intermediate and High School students provided canned goods for 10 baskets. The community thanks all students for ongoing volunteer work.
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Council On Aging
Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity
Chi Omega Sorority
Coe College
Lambda Chi Alpha
Regis High School
Regis
Prairie Intermediate
Cedar Rapids
Thoughts From Eastern Iowans Open Forum
Periodic notes from thoughtful Eastern Iowans inviting public expression. Views are personal and varied, covering any topic readers choose to share.
Senior citizens thank Charter Coaches for Christmas lights trip
A group of senior citizens visiting Christmas lights in Vinton on December 22 expresses gratitude to Charter Coaches, Inc. and driver Dick Miller for a beautiful, enjoyable trip.
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Vinton
Charter Coaches, Inc
Dick Miller
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