Courts argue over FBI sting politics and due process
The piece argues Congress should not interrupt FBI sting operations or preempt court processes. It cites Rep Peter Peyser Senator Heflin and Rep John Anderson as voices against premature interference and warns against undermining investigations or judiciary authority. It stresses courts must judge crimes by legislators without legislative preemption.
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Peter Peyser
New York
House
Alabama
Howell Heflin
Senate Ethics Committee
Senate
Congress
Debate over Iowa foreign student tuition hike
The Iowa State Board of Public Instruction postponed a decision on doubling non resident foreign student tuition at community colleges. Critics warn a 200 percent rise could violate equal protection and deter enrollment, including Iranian and other international students. Proponents cite higher costs but acknowledge disputes over fairness and need for potential emergency aid.
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Iowa
State Board of Public Instruction
Kirkwood Community College
Ayatollah
OPEC
Saudi Arabia
Kuwait
Nigeria
United Arab Emirates
Kirkwood
Philippines
Bangladesh
India
Lebanon
Brazil
Honduras
Pete Picket
Carter’s defense rhetoric vs. budget reality sparks doubt
A veteran assessment notes President Carter’s tough talk on defending the Persian Gulf against Soviet and Cuban actions contrasts with a budget that omits major manpower and modernization requests. Critics warn Caribbean Task Force whimsy and Rapid Deployment Force underfunding could undercut deterrence and heighten Capitol Hill tensions.
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Caribbean
Potemkin
Persian Gulf
Congress
Carter’s Postwar Military Buildup Faces Budget Gaps
Aides doubt Carter can fund a robust post Afghan military surge as OMB underestimates fuel costs and budget totals. The president’s requested 1981 air force planes drop from 363 to 282 while Navy and Army aircraft also fall short, widening deficits and fueling skepticism abroad and on Capitol Hill.
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OMB
James McIintyre
Carter
Air Force
Capitol Hill
Army
Navy
George Patton
Europe
Kremlin
Customer complains over phone purchases and return policy
A reader recounts buying phones from the telephone company then finding they could not return them after more than 30 days. She was told no return and protested the 30 day limit. She also faced a $65 outside installation charge after already being told $20. She notes rural customers pay less than city residents despite closer proximity to the company.
Editor complains about high calling rates and long holds
A reader laments rising charges and new 1 800 numbers for information calls. They note delays since changes, praise workers but fault the system, and stress needing a phone for family illness while hoping to avoid long holds.
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Davenport
Dubuque
Des Moines
Hostages of the Mind Veterans Voice on Iran Crisis
A reader urges recognition of Vietnam veterans as hidden hostages of memory and trauma. They compare public sympathy for Iran’s hostages to the silent suffering of veterans who faced hunger and fear, asking for empathy and understanding.
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Vietnam
Postal Surplus Masks Deepening USPS Finances
The USPS posts a $469 million surplus, but sources say it is an accounting shift funded by federal subsidies and taxpayer cash. A 1981 first class rate rise to 18 cents is anticipated to cover looming deficits, with unions and budget strains shaping a tight outlook.
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Washington
U.S. Postal Service
USPS
Drivers Urge Fair Wages Over Babysitting Reimbursements
In Cedar Rapids the school district faces a driver shortage and continues the babysitting reimbursement of 1 dollar per hour only for drivers with children needing a sitter. Critics argue the policy unfairly benefits some and won't attract or retain veteran drivers. They call for a fair wage and better management communication to solve the shortage.
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Cedar Rapids
Crested Butte Mountain Shown in January Photo
A letter corrects an earlier caption stating the photograph on January 7 shows Crested Butte Mountain east of Crested Butte. The writer notes the mountain offers extensive skiing in the Rockies and that only skiing terrain is mined there.
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Crested Butte
Crested Butte Mountain
Rockies
Death of Ford Clark Nostalgic Tribute to Tongue-in-Cheek Column
Reader laments the death of Ford Clark praising his Tongue-in-Cheek column for its wit and warmth. The message notes his love of life, family, and readers, and says the column will be greatly missed.
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Ford Clark
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House Budget Committee
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George C. Marshall
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Robert J. Wagman
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