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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1994
Page
4
JF Hladky Jr. serves as Chairman of the Board with Joe Hladky III as President and Publisher. Ken Slaughter becomes Vice President and Treasurer, Dale Larson is Vice President and General Manager, and Jerry Elsen is Editor of Editorial Pages and Editorial Board Chairman Mark Bowden is Managing Editor.
The piece argues that murder charges against O J Simpson are a legal matter not a racial indictment. It defends Simpson as a public figure while condemning racism and media sensationalism, noting Time magazine’s altered cover image and the strained push to view the case as race-driven and harmful to tolerance.
Johnson County officials consider seeking FCC certification to regulate rural cable operations. Critics argue it would not improve service, would raise rates, and mostly fund county administrative costs with little or no net gain for the 2,000 subscribers. Dee Steve Lacina questions the value of expanding the county's bureaucracy.
Baltimore Sun writer Michael Dresser critiques cable executives for contempt toward regulators and politicians while praising the phone industry for its adversarial but practical approach. He notes the 1992 Cable Act reshaped regulation, and observes some cable firms increasingly offer lower prices and engage with customers and policymakers more constructively.
The piece argues President Clinton cannot claim a serious drive for campaign finance reform while hosting a $1,500-a-plate fundraiser and surrounding himself with established insiders. It notes political calculus, historic parallels with Carter and Perot, and concludes Clinton avoids a true reform battle to protect his agenda.
Francene Veach writes letter criticizing coverage of OJ Simpson and public figures cited as sanpaku, arguing misinterpretation of body language and mourning after a murder. She recalls past references, defends Sydney Simpson from media scrutiny, and questions journalistic conclusions.
A Cedar Rapids resident vents at length about local newscasts airing national content, excessive self promotion, and health tips while neglecting local reporting. He recalls delayed tornado warnings, questions Civil Defense procedures, and jokes about former Gong Show airtimes.
The Gazette welcomes public business letters and guest columns but not all can be printed. Material may be edited and will not be returned. Include writer’s full name signature full street address and daytime phone number. addresses are not published. 300 word limit per writer every 30 days address Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 FAX 398 5846.
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