The Hillary problem in a presidential campaign
The piece argues Hillary Rodham Clinton’s strong record and influence pose a unique challenge for both parties. It notes she is highly capable, politically left of Bill Clinton, and subject to scrutiny as a rival or adviser, with campaign dynamics needing careful handling. It predicts substantial coverage ahead.
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Wellesley College
Yale Law School
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Eleanor Roosevelt
Winnie Mandela
Lady Macbeth
Hillary Clinton
Bill Clinton
Iowa housing crisis calls for real solutions for workers
The piece argues housing for migrant workers in Iowa is insufficient and rents are unacceptably high. It questions who should fund and build temporary residences and asks reformers to propose workable plans rather than only lamenting problems. It urges real action from concerned citizens.
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Associated Press
Iowa
Pro-life voter weighs abortion stance in 1992 election
The writer rejects abortion as the top campaign issue after the Roe v Wade decision, urging focus on deficits and leadership. He backs Bill Clinton, doubts George Bush, and urges morality and responsibility to minimize abortion in a national health plan.
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Supreme Court
Newsweek
M.d.s
George
Bush
Bill
Clinton
Cedar Rapids election appeal favors Serbousek for mayor
A letter urges voters to support Larry Serbousek for mayor citing Wayne Murdock as capable public works commissioner and arguing for experienced council continuity. The author questions replacing the public works seat and asks if a vacancy would trigger a special election.
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Wayne Murdock
Larry Serbousek
Cedar Rapids
Don Canney
Serbousek
Murdock
Celebrate Human Diversity Suppers for Cedar Rapids
Community letter proposes bi monthly potluck Celebrate Human Diversity Suppers to build ties among Cedar Rapids residents. Ambroz Center suggested as venue with contact options 364 1285 366 2181 and P O Box 2298 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 for volunteers. Also letters express frustration with curb and gutter work on 21st Street SE and storm sewer basin dangers for children.
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Cedar Rapids
Ambroz Center
P.O. Box
Iowa
Wendy Schamberger
Oakland Rd
21St Street SE
Robert Anderson
21St St. SE
The Restrainer Causes Outcry Over Inhuman Restraints
A reader laments a Gazette article describing a plywood restraining board for inmates and patients. They warn it echoes 16th century punishment and could cause harm or death, urging humane treatment and institutional reform.
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the Gazette
D.t.’S
Hatch Act issue sparks questions over candidacy
A candidate for Senate District 26 criticizes a July Gazette front page article on social worker candidacy as legal overreach. She maintains Hatch Act concerns were misrepresented and vows to proceed, asserting women belong in the House and Senate and that campaign funds and volunteers should not be silenced.
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Iowa Today
Democratic Party
Senate
Wildlife Trail Plan Threatens Local Rehabilitator’s Birds
A proposed Interurban Trail risks harming 400 injured and orphaned birds and mammals annually. Rehabilitator says exposure to hikers near her home would stop lessons teaching wild animals to fear people, likely ending her program and causing animal death. The Conservation Department knows the issue and faces pressure from special interest groups.
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Conservation Department
First Avenue Paving Project Earns Praise
City officials commend Commissioner Wayne Murdock Cedar Rapids street workers and contractors for the massive paving project on First Avenue highlighting teamwork and quality.
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Wayne Murdock
Cedar Rapids
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