Balanced hiring push sparks debate on Cedar Rapids police fairness
Safety Commissioner Colton advocates ranking tests to favor minorities and women for quicker hiring, but critics warn it risks lowering standards and public trust. The letter suggests selecting several minorities and women plus a white male, ignoring other qualifications. A fair, universal testing approach is urged to attract broad community applicants.
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Tobacco institute clash on Eastern Air Lines smoking plan
The Tobacco Institute urged action against Eastern Air Lines over a voluntary move to cut smoking in the rear to one third of seats. The CAB and lawmakers faced pressure as critics called the agreement unconscionable, arguing passengers decide aviation smoking norms.
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Letters Claim Fair Entrance Fees Cause Attendance Drop
A reader argues the All Iowa fair is financially priced out of reach. They note cooler weather yet sparse crowds and suggest high gate prices, with an average family of four paying six dollars for entry plus two dollars for adults, fifty cents for children, and one dollar for parking, hurting attendance and revenue.
Price Concerns at the Fair Targeting Attendance
A reader argues high food and ride prices at the fair burden families. They suggest lower ride prices to boost volume and profits, noting the All Iowa fair should be inclusive rather than exclusive to the well to do. The letter implies price reductions could raise attendance and curb perceptions of a ripoff.
Colton Lauded as Safety Chief Picks Clift Police Leader
Ed Colton earns congratulations for selecting Gareth Clift as Chief of Police. Cuhel notes the nomination and location at 52 Twenty second Avenue SW.
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Camp-safety bill prompts federalism warning in youth camp rules
Washington lawmakers debate a proposed federal Office of Youth Camp Safety with broad rulemaking power over 10,500 camps. Opponents argue the plan erodes state sovereignty, fearing continued federal oversight despite local regulation. The piece critiques uniform national standards and urges reverence for the Tenth Amendment.
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Federal bench refurbishment shelves judges under political strain
President Carter vows merit based federal judicial appointments while facing Senate resistance over district court nominees. Congress poised to approve 113 new district and 35 new circuit judgeships, potentially reshaping the Supreme Court as age and activism debates persist.
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