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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1983
Page
6
The Gazette argues the compromise bill strengthens Social Security despite flaws and praise Congress for action. It notes tax boosts and benefit reductions to close a projected shortfall and raises the retirement age for those born after 1938. It highlights moving Social Security out of the unified federal budget by 1992 as a lasting, prudent reform.
The Iowa Governor's Economic Advisory Council contemplates an initiative named Project Apple Corps to diversify agriculture, create jobs, and foster winter-resistant apple varieties. Proponents cite lower transport costs and broad economic benefits while celebrating regional charm and symbolic appeal in a state famed for apple pie and practical politics.
A Washington observer notes the presidents defense speech presents stark facts on Soviet expansion and a bold Star Wars vision. He cites data showing Soviet superiority in missiles bombers and subs while praising the closing question about saving lives through defense research. The piece critiques classified imagery and media reactions.
Readers commend Linn County Supervisors and architects for enforcing proper bid procedures on the Administration Building restrooms project. The letter lauds ethical competitive bidding and cites prior reports on bid bond handling as essential to fair competition and public interests.
The piece reflects on how businesses are legal persons that can be born, merge, fail, or die. It compares mortality rates of startups to giants like Penn Central and Braniff, noting underadaptation and overadaptation as key causes. It urges prudent entrepreneurship to avoid premature demise.
A Gazette reader argues unions drive costs up as a non union contractor profile tests public policy. The writer questions corporate profit margins and defends labor unions as ensuring fair wages and benefits for workers who sustain businesses.
A lawyer urges filing a class action against Arizona for interfering with contractual rights involving Lute Olson. The argument notes the damage from losing a successful coach, cites similar doctrines in pro and college sports, and calls for accountability before pursuing court action.
The Gazette invites reader opinions within clear guidelines. Submissions may be edited for length and clarity and must include writer name street address and signature. A non published telephone number is required for authentication. Anonymous letters are not published and topics should focus on issues not personalities. One letter per writer every 30 days.
Periodic observations from Cedar Rapids based contributors note unlimited topics and personal viewpoints. Pham Quang Tam, a financial analyst at Rockwell International, is described as a former educational consultant, Vietnamese Air Force officer, and student of anthropology and linguistics.
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