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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1977
Page
6
The piece surveys proposals to end the tip credit, raising the minimum wage for tipped workers and triggering higher labor costs. It argues reductions in staff and job losses for teens and minorities would follow, while noting growing congressional hesitation and a cooling enthusiasm for sweeping changes.
Iowa public safety officials announce a crackdown on liquor importations via border entry ports such as Sioux City Council Bluffs and Dubuque. The plan includes seizure of alcohol and confiscation of vehicles for those delivering excess liquor into Iowa arguing punishment should fit the crime.
The article argues Carter remains steady on withdrawing U.S. ground forces and pressuring human rights but faces a hard limit on tying aid to rights. It notes Park Chung Hee’s wary accord, Singlaub’s removal, and the broader realpolitik of defending Korea for strategic reasons while questioning Ambassador Young’s public positions and the risk of broader implications for Japan and regional stability.
A Harris Survey of 1,540 adults shows 35 percent rate Young negatively and 34 percent are unsure. Most respondents support his Africa policy and condemnation of Idi Amin, with 36 percent opposing his removal amid mixed views on his outspoken remarks.
United States unions spend large sums from hard and soft money in campaigns. Soft money from dues funds finances nonpartisan activities, while hard money directly supports favored candidates, raising First Amendment concerns amid Democratic majorities.
In the May 20 Gazette letters Rep Joan Lipsky calls urban lawmakers raped tortured and dumped by the legislation on property assessments. She urges action on property tax relief for homeowners especially the disabled and elderly. Rep Gregory Cusack calls the bill one of those rare pieces of legislation which we should really be ashamed of. Apathy at the polls is blamed on elected officials and local legislators are urged to address rising costs vital to existence.
The letter congratulates lawmakers who raised their own salaries while urging “yes” voters to attend retirees’ meetings and report achievements. It claims President Carter’s health care reform is obstructed by a greedy group, arguing the U S spends on hospitals yet remains the sickest nation due to greed and neglect of citizens’ welfare.
The Gazette outlines how readers may submit letters to the editor. It explains a 400 word limit per letter and a minimum 30 day interval between letters from the same writer. It states letters may be condensed and edited without changing meaning and emphasizes focusing on issues and events rather than personalities.
Hundreds of volunteers contributed nearly 25 000 hours of recorded service in the Cedar Rapids community schools this year. Volunteers tutor small groups assist with clerical tasks share skills accompany field trips and perform many activities at home. School staff express appreciation while children show delight and responsiveness.
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