Strange bedfellows in Iowa GOP ticket dynamics
The article notes Gov. Ray, Roger Jepsen, and Terry Branstad form an unlikely GOP trio with divergent views. It contrasts them with Democrats Clark, Fitzgerald, and Palmer, who share similar philosophies. Voters face choosing a liberal senator against two moderates for governor and a conservative with a moderate for lieutenant governor in the November election.
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Reassigning Parent Power in FTC Food Advertising Debate
The piece argues FTC limits on sugary food ads aimed at children risk government overreach and forming a universal parenthood. It questions treating the public as perpetual children and warns such power shifts could erode personal responsibility and market liberty.
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Throwing a party and line usage in sports pages
A note on phrases in English from a newspaper sports page discussion. It analyzes the idiom throw a party and the regional use of in line versus on line, noting on line may imply a painted line while in line is common and widespread.
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Nixon wins praise for bold diplomacy and risk in cold war era
Norman Cousins argues Nixon opened relations with China and pursued Moscow deals that Democratic presidents could not achieve. He contends the Democratic party's anti communism stigma hampered policy, while Nixon abolished chemical and biological weapons. The piece urges measured talk with Brezhnev and cautions against posturing.
Plea for Iowa School Bus Seat Belt Law
A reader urges state action to require seat belts on all school buses private or public citing a fatal bus crash near Edgewood Road and Ellis Boulevard on June 4. The letter argues drivers resisted belt laws, stresses protecting children, and recalls a five year old son who wears belts in cars but lacked practice aboard the bus.
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Bus seat belts spark safety plea and civic critique
A reader recounts a bus accident near an open door and urges stronger seat belt rules. The letter also blasts New York policies, federal costs, and political phonies, praising courtesy and old fashioned chivalry while thanking civic groups and participants in cerebral palsy charity events.
Gratitude Note to Adams Elementary Staff
A parent commends Adams Elementary School staff and principal for their dedication. The writer thanks especially Mrs Blankenship for preparing two children as they finish sixth grade and move onto seventh grade with confidence.
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Kennedy weighs 1980 bid as Carter faces challenge
Senator Edward Kennedy explores a possible 1980 presidential bid while denying it. He weighs timing and risks including Carter's renomination, potential rivals like Gov. Brown, and the Chappaquiddick past, with insiders noting strong polls and Kennedy's strategic staff.
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