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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1988
Page
6
Editorial notes growing buzz around a Bush Dole presidential pairing. Dole promotes Bush at state conventions while Bush supporters back Dole and clear debts, touting appeal to farmers and Midwest voters. Conventions loom as party unity discussions continue.
The Iowa Supreme Court rules open preliminary hearings protect against prosecutorial and judicial misconduct and serve the public interest. Open access remains limited only if a defendant proves substantial risk to a fair trial with no alternatives.
The June 9 House Energy and Commerce Committee backed Rep. Tauke's pro-life amendment to the Uniform Product Liability Act by 23 to 19. The measure excludes abortion inducing drugs and devices from punitive damages liability, aiming to curb risky abortifacients while preserving contraception. Douglas Johnson of National Right to Life lauds Tauke's leadership.
Mary P Tarbox argues that nursing offers dignity and reward through hard work and care. She cites career breadth in direct care, management, research, and policy, noting a persistent nurse shortage despite rising workforce numbers and ongoing demand.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for the accuracy of letters or imply endorsement of opinions. It invites readers to submit corrections or contradictions for equal publication opportunities.
The message notes Iowa's June 7 primary turnout was the lowest in 70 years and contrasts with past voting rights. It commends District 50 voters and all campaign workers for effort and support, thanking everyone who participated in the primary.
A Cedar Rapids reader thanks Dairy Queen and other First Avenue businesses for allowing cruising and parking, appealing for continued support against city get-tough policies. The letter also critiques abortion counseling by Aid to Women and notes Margot Krippner to edit the 1988 89 Washington Surveyor at Washington High School.
A Washington High School Surveyor piece prompts a rebuttal to Helen Hunter’s Outlooks column. Margot Krippner recounts visiting Aid to Women using a fake urine test to assess services and rejects claims of Planned Parenthood involvement as inaccurate.
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