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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1988
Page
6
Editorial argues that Iowa must prioritize creating productive jobs to halt population decline and fund state services. It notes a 2.7 percent statewide population drop to 2,834,000, the largest loss rate in the nation, and urges legislators to focus on job growth over higher taxes.
Japan's cabinet approves a 1988 budget with the largest spending rise in six years. It aims to stimulate domestic demand, fund a 58.7 billion dollar public works program, and ease U S trade deficits while boosting military outlays and payroll subsidies for U S forces in Japan.
The article argues alcohol drives recidivism and cites Gary Dotson’s repeated parole failures. It notes Doosen’s 20 to 50 year rape sentence, recantation in 1985, and latest parole breach ending in reimprisonment after a violent incident. It highlights New York Nassau and Suffolk county jail programs using therapeutic communities to treat inmates with alcohol and drug problems.
The House backed the Endangered Species Act, defeating three amendments including Rep. Wes Watkins proposal to de list the leopard darter. The vote stood 273 to 136. The piece notes progress on recovery plans for species like the bald eagle and alligators, while acknowledging risks to others.
Rep Solomon Ortiz pushes to suspend TED turtle protection affecting 13 000 Gulf shrimp crews while government research is challenged. House rejects the amendment 270 151 but approves 1.5 million for further TED study and passes five year reauthorization 399 16.
Walter Gormly argues that fluoridated Newburgh New York and unfluoridated Kingston show less decay but unclear mechanisms. He notes that protection near the gums and periodontal disease from fluoride are not explained by fluoride deposition. He cites Cornell rats showing periodontal disease with fluoridated water.
Debbie Akerly of 1500 Bever Ave SE urges stricter rules for pharmacies selling insulin needles to curb illegal drug use. She questions current practice of no prescription check and asks pharmacists to act against the growing problem.
Earl Fazel of Center Point laments elder exploitation by officials and landlords and urges leaders to show respect. He contrasts two societies, praising one that honors elders and preserves their lives as aligned with divine command.
A seasonal message reflects on simplicity as guidance for life. The note frames Christmas as a divine love letter and wishes a Happy New Year to all readers.
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