GAZETTE EDITORIALS Gloom and optimism for 1992
The editorial reflects on 1991 as a disappointing year, contrasting gloom with cautious optimism for 1992. It recalls a forecast made at the start of 1991 that 1991 would exceed expectations, notes early positive signals, and acknowledges subsequent sobering outcomes.
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Toward a Turning Point in United States Economy
The article argues for viewing 1992 as a time of healing and renewed optimism despite lingering gloom. It notes optimism about the economy, Bush, and trade strength, while warning against self fulfilling pessimism and media exaggeration. It wishes Gazette readers a prosperous New Year.
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Old-Guard Latino Leaders Face Challenge From New Mexican American Generation
Retired and established Latino leaders resist the rising, diverse Mexican American generation reshaping identity and policy. They fear selling out and struggle to broaden support amid the Reagan era's political shifts, with Cesar Chavez cited as a controversial figure even as attitudes evolve.
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Latinos confront old guard in bid for new leadership
Ruben Navarrett Jr. argues Latinos face a rift between established leaders and a rising generation seeking diverse, independent voices. He critiques ethnic litmus tests and calls for redefining legitimate Latino leadership beyond old guard rhetoric amid cultural and political clashes. He notes Reagan, Bush eras, and warns against an aging guard’s legacy of irrelevance.
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U.S. urged to pay its share for UN support
An editorial lauds Javier Perez de Cuellar for strengthening the United Nations but notes it is broke as members miss payments. It urges President Bush to back arrearages and funds, highlighting IMF needs and the United States’ lag in funding multilateral aid.
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Veterans deserve equal treatment in hiring say Iowa letter
A 50 percent service veteran from LeHarve Iowa City urges employers including government to end age and disability discrimination. He argues veterans are highly qualified, notes foreign clerks and buy Americans demand, and asks elected officials to act before the White House change.
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Sensitivity Criticized Over KGAN Interview With McMurrin Children
A KGAN Night Side reporter provoked two McMurrin children by asking what they would tell their mother and father if they were present. Viewers condemn the interview as sensationalist and unfair to a family grieving a recent loss during Christmas.
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Banner versus binder in Iowa sports headlines
A reader critiques farm and city banners that misstate health and finances. Examples show misused terms like shakedown for bowl announcements and multiple slayings versus killings, highlighting the difference between banners and binders in newspaper headlines.
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