Perot's withdrawal redefines the 1992 race and campaign rules
Perot quitting the presidential bid marks a pivotal shift in American politics. The billionaire businessman walks away after polls slump, leaving a question of where his supporters go and how electronic forums and constitutional processes will shape future campaigns.
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George Bush
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Clinton and Iowa push marks in Democratic race
Iowa Democrats urge Clinton to campaign actively in their state as they express concerns on issues including American Indian needs and equity with Arab nations. They warn against taking Iowa for granted while voters nationwide seek change and clear policy directions from Washington.
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How Words Die and Meanings Live in English
Oliver Wendell Holmes warned that homicide of language harms its life. The piece notes biweekly biannual biennial biannual confusion and moot’s drift from legal to common usage, arguing many terms are already dying or dead in modern speech.
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Democrats betting on baby boomers
A commentary argues the Democratic ticket of Bill Clinton and Al Gore hinges on baby-boomer trust amid a history of Generation X and late 1960s upheavals. It notes past electability doubts and cautions about character questions that have derailed prior nominees.
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Jack Kemp
Pete du Pont
Different view on how to grow The Gazette supports Big Business
A June 1 letter accuses The Gazette of backing big business while ignoring the poor. It argues expanding Iowa’s workforce via immigration and higher birth rates won’t fix the economy unless money circulates between business and workers. The editor notes tax cuts favored by business but warns against layoffs. The Gazette defends itself as a small locally owned labor intensive operation.
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Call for Free Clinic to Help Elderly and Poor
Dorothy J. Wright and Sandy Pratt urge officials to fund a free medical clinic for those unable to pay. They argue taxpayers fund new buildings and parking while the needy cancel appointments due to cost. They request a review and volunteer doctors to donate time.
Cedar Rapids Medical Waste Facility Editorial Reply Calls for Clarity
A July 10 editorial on Cedar Rapids medical waste processing faced math and impact questions. The writer argues for a scientific hearing and a series on technologies, noting Iowa’s aging population and urging fair evaluation of community impact despite emotional stakes.
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Iowa
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