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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1982
Page
4
Eastern Iowans show strong generosity in 1981 with United Way pledges surpassing 1980 and a Cedar Rapids library fund drive exceeding 1.2 million dollars. Despite recession and benefit cuts, corporate gifts and door-to-door campaigns reach thousands of households, while tax policy challenges test the nation’s giving spirit.
The piece argues Gov. Ray's refusal to extradite Ronald Calder from Des Moines to Puerto Rico was prudent given dubious charges and potential due process flaws. It contrasts Puerto Rico's shift from manslaughter to murder, emphasizes political influence, and cites criticism from a local prosecutor while defending Iowa’s stance.
Washington scolds Europe for weak action over Poland and NATO strains. The piece argues NATO rests on shared democratic values and American security commitments, not just mutual defense, and warns pulling back would undermine both sides.
The 1981 Sorehead of the Year Trophy honors Menachem Begin for outrage over U S policy on Golan Heights and Middle East actions. George Steinbrenner, Warren Burger, and David Stockman receive related honors with satirical citations. Ronald Reagan wins Sore President of the Year for the ketchup gaffe.
Washington columnist presents a playful annual forecast quiz listing 20 multiple choice items on politics, economy, media figures, and international affairs. It notes self-aware meta comments and invites readers to score their own results.
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