Embarrassed Soviets eye Austrian style diplomacy in Afghanistan
Western observers note that a prolonged Afghan stalemate may push Moscow toward a neutrality pledge similar to Austria in 1955. A freeze in Afghanistan could spare the Soviet economy and blunt Western uproar while allowing a propaganda win at the Olympics, though a full pullout remains unlikely. The Afghan resistance has already held off a far larger force for months, challenging the Kremlin's outlook.
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Energy demand in U S industry outpaces forecasts
Washington column argues U S industry cuts energy use defy rhetoric and OPEC pressure. It notes energy demand rose only 2.6 percent in 1977, 2.4 percent in 1978, then fell slightly in 1979, while factory output rose 17 percent since 1973 and industrial energy needs grew only 1 percent. Robert L Marks predicts further declines and urges domestic production incentives. McNaunt Syndicate
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Iowa GOP Platform Moves Right in 1980 Radio
The column notes the 1980 Iowa Republican platform rejects the state Equal Rights Amendment and embraces conservative planks such as the Stanley Amendment limiting taxes and a state death penalty. It criticizes rigid tax limits and argues the platform risks alienating moderates while courting the party's right wing. It warns Reaganism may misread Iowa needs and could backfire on GOP unity.
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Censorship Won't Solve Racist Sexist Schoolbook Issue
Cedar Rapids rabbi Robert E. Durach joins the Multi-cultural Non sexist Advisory Committee to urge open discussion over library materials deemed racist or sexist. The piece argues censorship harms freedom, urges parental guidance and home-based promotion of healthy attitudes toward sex roles and diverse groups.
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Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids Community School District
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Zionism shifts toward tolerant peace talks in Israel
Washington reports a growing Israeli public push for responsive negotiations with the Arab world led by Peace Now. Commentary notes a trend toward new legal styles in unusual court cases including emancipation declarations, de facto marriages, and women seeking workplace protections amid sharp rhetoric on justice and homeland tensions.
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Parents object to nerf toy ban at Noelridge pool
On June 24 at Noelridge pool a mother and friend, with young daughters, protested a rule banning plastic bottles and cups while allowing only nerf balls. They say the restriction upset children, caused crying, and left moms and kids bored with limited water play options.
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Letter to the Editor on Pool Safety and Age Rules
A reader vents about older children aged 9 or 10 in the baby pool knocking down toddlers. They complain the age limit is 6 and fear the lifeguard was absent. The writer warns others may avoid the pool and questions upcoming rules restricting children's play.
Century of upheaval fuels bold political satire
A satirical column reflects on four wars the Roaring Twenties era survivor has lived through and forecasts a turbulent 1980s political climate. It critiques inflation, ERA debates, gender rights, and the role of politicians while lampooning media sensationalism and public cynicism toward elections.
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Gray Panther
Cash discount plan via third party membership questioned
Reader criticizes mandatory annual fees to access cash discounts, argues businesses could offer universal cash rebates without a membership. Weighs costs of processing disputes and uncollectible accounts, urges others to insist on cash discount or take business elsewhere.
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