Iowa Growth Hindered by Supermajority Debt Rule
After Cedar Rapids airport bond defeat and critique of the 60 percent rule, a Gazette editorial argues that long term public debt should not require supermajority votes. It notes most bonds span 15 to 20 years, benefits accrue to future voters, and that 39 states use straight majorities or no referendums, urging Iowa to align with the majority rule to unleash urban growth.
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Handgun Debate and Political Scandal Echo in DC
A tangled scene unfolds as former CIA security man James McCord is linked to intruders at Democratic headquarters, while Nixon campaign links deny involvement. Marquis Childs notes gun control stalemate after Wallace shooting, with polls showing broad support for permits and registration but Congress stalled by gun lobby power and political divisions.
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Muskie warns McGovern can’t win without shifts
Muskie privately and publicly warned McGovern that his defeat would grow if he does not move toward centrist positions on defense taxes and welfare. He said McGovern’s proposals were unacceptable to many Democrats and could undermine electability. Timing aimed to pressure changes before the convention.
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Delivery room rules urged at Cedar Rapids hospitals
Beckie Brown describes long drives to Mercy hospital in Iowa City for delivery and Lamaze classes and laments Cedar Rapids hospital rules. She urges local change, offers contact 362-3828, and notes desire for better access to birth options for future children. Edithann Wise adds call to stop advertising X rated movies and book stores to protect children.
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Forum Letters Policy Remains Open for Reader Opinions
The Gazette editorial page invites letters on issues or events rather than personalities. Keep letters to one main topic for best readership. About 400 words, one letter per month per writer. Letters may be shortened, no anonymous publication. Include name, address, signature, and telephone for authenticity checks.
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Isn’t It the Truth By Carl Riblet Jr
The author argues that many avoid study to seek fun and urges older readers to teach youth that fun can be found where least expected. He likens joy to love and cites Byron for perspective, urging balance between pleasure and duty.
Do It Yourself Primer Scrape and Paint Project
A New York Times Service piece narrates a chaotic DIY task to rust paint a small cast-iron planter, detailing hardware store runs, light bulb hunts, brush shortages, and messy mishaps as the narrator repeats the process with white paint to test aesthetics for a brick patio garden arrangement. The chaotic, humorous sequence highlights failed attempts to improve curb appeal.
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