Registration Rules Draw Voting Rights Critique Across Iowa
The Iowa system requiring voter registration only in counties over 50 000 or cities over 10 000 is discriminatory. A statewide registration would equalize access before elections and avoid court challenges. The piece cites Supreme Court principles and examples from Kirkwood Community College district and Lisbon School.
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Population growth reshapes future U S demographics
The piece notes that despite a low birth rate in 1971 17.2 births per 100 women the total number of births is projected to rise through 1985 due to a larger pool of women aged 15 to 44 A shift in age groups 25 34 and 35 44 will boost the population from 210 million to 246 million by 1985 and 285 million by 2000 The text argues against zero population growth and urges planning to accommodate growth with housing consumption and education demands.
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Cheaters for Hire Term Paper Trouble From Newsday
Newsday reports a college student bought a term paper for 10 dollars, prompting a New York state bill to outlaw term paper sales awaiting Governor Rockefeller's signature. Teachers doubt enforcement. Abraham Blinderman proposes a moratorium on term papers until educators convene to discuss alternatives.
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Larry Eichel
America
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New York State
Rockefeller
Abraham Blinderman
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Farmingdale
Black women’s equal rights urged by Anita D Woodard
Anita D Woodard argues in The People's Forum that black women face unique economic hardship and discrimination. She contends white middle class activism ignores working class and black women, urging recognition of black women as first class citizens to advance civil, industrial, educational, and scientific progress.
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Anita D. Woodard
Second Street
Not To Blame The Gazette May 26 Editorial
A reader critiques The Gazette editorial on Cedar Rapids airport bond vote. It argues 9103 opposing voters did not rob 12576 supporters, cites the 60 percent rule and calls for amending the requirement while affirming support for local improvements including airport library and civic projects.
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Cedar Rapids Pro Football Fans Want Kingston Field Game
A nine year old commenter urges allowing Cedar Rapids pro football to play on Kingston Field, arguing the local venue should host games and support the team.
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Kingston
Acquittal Deepens Angela Davis Debate and Immunity Question
William F Buckley Jr argues Angela Davis’s not guilty verdict reveals a political dimension of justice. He contends her guilt remains, questions juror independence, and notes a worldwide movement influencing outcomes. He draws parallels with other high profile cases and warns against revolutionary immunity. Washington Star Syndicate
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Bobby Seale
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Kingman Brewster
Yale
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Brewster
Howard Moore
Washington Star Syndicate
McGovern’s radical change push tests voters after primaries
James Reston weighs whether Americans will embrace McGovern’s radical foreign and domestic agenda after California’s primaries. He argues McGovern, despite party opposition and political risks, seeks vast reform while Nixon pursues a middle path, and warns unity will be hard as inflation and unemployment loom.
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Presidential Countdown Demo Love Feast
In the run up to Election Day, George McGovern mobilizes a nationwide network of workers to court key factions and states. Rumors swirl on Humphrey and Muskie endorsements while McGovern eyes a united party. Campaign strategy highlights staff growth and pressure points ahead of the convention.
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Mankiewicz
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Jim Johnson
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Reilly
Is It the Truth by Carl Riblet Jr
A witty syndicated column argues that gender relations mirror tensions between self interest and loyalty. It critiques how both men and women seek recognition and devotion, framing the opposite sex through sharp irony and social observation.
Inside Stuff This Presidential Countdown Preview
This weekly report tracks behind the scenes activity toward the 1972 presidential election. Washington coordinator Warren Rogers Jr gathers insights from 132 observers nationwide, including editors reporters political scientists professors and politicians. Rogers has 20 years as a Washington correspondent for AP NYHT Hearst and LA Times and was Look magazine bureau chief.
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