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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1976
Page
6
Editorial page from the Cedar Rapids paper dated Thursday January 29 1976 discusses local issues and opinions. It outlines community concerns and reflections on public affairs with bylined commentary and resident perspectives.
The article argues that many Americans delay vote decisions until late in campaigns, sparing parties and candidates heavy early spending. Iowa's Democratic caucus shows high uncommitted support, influencing national conventions. It urges campaigns to value voter education and a flexible, independent approach as delegates converge in Kansas City and New York.
The Harris Survey reports a 79 percent belief of current recession and 54 percent expect it to last into 1977. Inflation remains the core fear as 72 percent say prices rise as fast or faster than a year ago, while unemployment concerns weigh on purchase plans for autos, furniture, TV sets, and clothing. Only 8 percent expect to invest in stocks in six months, and 5 percent in mutual funds, despite Wall Street buoyancy.
A reader questions why opponents ridicule new ideas in campaigns citing William Safire's piece Idea-Killers as one on Welfare. The letter urges voters to investigate candidates directly in 1976 and not let attackers decide public understanding.
Motorists voice outrage at speed checks while state troopers cite radio alerts as hindering enforcement. Despite complaints, officers say stricter speed law enforcement has reduced highway deaths and traffic deaths.
Congressional committees opened more sessions to the public and press in 1975, continuing a 1973 rule-driven openness trend. Senate rules pushed mark ups and conference talks into public view, with only 7 percent of all committee meetings closed, and debate remains on benefits to sound legislation.
Senate figures argue open markup sessions improve accuracy and debate. Jennings Randolph notes openness since 1975 led to more thorough preparation and fewer incomplete reports. Dellums and McGovern push TV and radio access to committee meetings to broaden public understanding and raise congressional stature.
The Gazette argues that while open committee sessions bring better access for reporters and the public, critics fear blunted candor and more lobbying. It notes the aim was previews of actions, not blanket coverage, and warns secrecy harms constituents’ right to know.
House Administration Chairman Wayne Hays says open meetings sharpen partisanship as Democrats imitate Republican conferences. Senators Glenn and Dole voice concern that press coverage and private rump sessions limit debate and risk a facade of openness.
Reagan faced criticism for endorsing federal to state power shifts, notably welfare devolution, while the press and Ford supporters attack his $90 billion plan as impractical. The piece contrasts Democratic candidates’ vagueness with Reagan’s concrete proposal and warns voters fear change from the status quo.
A letter criticizes the Iowa Department of Transportation for proposed 32 mile freeway beltline around Cedar Rapids Marion. It argues the plan harms Marion by bypassing it, wastes millions, and suggests better solutions like synchronized stoplights and mass transit. It warns against overreliance on highways amid fuel shortages and declining population.
In Linn county history project twenty six Kennedy high school students compile a bicentennial calendar covering 1830 to today. Cedar Rapids and nearby residents are asked to share general Linn county history legends unusual events notable figures old recipes customs disasters folktales and more with the provided address.
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