Iowa and EPA clash over clean air plan for Cedar Rapids
Iowa officials favor a gradual path toward ozone compliance by 1982 with changes in new car standards and dust exclusions. The EPA warns of drastic cuts and penalties if federal rules are ignored, risking funds and growth. Both sides seek steady progress toward cleaner air despite tensions.
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Sears quits federal contracts citing conflicting hiring rules
Sears, Roebuck & Co. ends bidding on federal contracts arguing harassment from agency standards for hiring women and blacks, while noting $20 million in government sales on the line. The move follows a broader class action against 10 agencies over allegedly unfair hiring practices and probes whether veteran preferences skew opportunities. Only 10 females and 31 minority managers exist among 851 Sears store managers, underscoring slow progress.
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Supreme Court Herbert decision chills investigative reporting
The Washington Star reflects that while the Herbert ruling may not greatly expand libel law for public figures, the broader trend of cases before the Supreme Court risks chilling press freedom. It argues questions about editors and sources are essential, cites prior victories like Pentagon Papers, and urges the six remaining justices to recognize reporters' rights.
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State Rep Horn backs cut to patrol with 20 troopers cut
Readers criticize Wally Horn for amending House File 738 to reduce the Iowa State Patrol by 20 federally funded troopers. The letter argues Iowa has vast road mileage and urges maintaining marked patrol presence to aid motorists. The writer questions the tactic and labels unmarked cars as nonthreatening.
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Suitable work reform plan shapes unemployment rules
A reader defends a reform unemployment bill that tightens work requirements while preserving benefits. The measure clarifies that work must fit prior training and customary occupation and uses Job Service to match jobs when possible and require interviews only if feasible.
Rage sale guidelines spark city debate
The April 19 article notes sales held across the U.S. by mothers and grandmas selling used clothes for extra cash. It criticizes Mary Anderson, a sign and zoning inspector, for making an issue of a harmless pastime and questions the city’s demand for tree watering last year while urging council action beneficial to residents.
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Job-less reform in Iowa sparks debate on unemployment law
A proposed unemployment reform in Iowa is debated as critics warn it could penalize part time workers and create red tape. Supporters argue reforms boost job creation and reduce unemployment taxes, citing a case where a part time worker still nets more income than full-time work under the current system.
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Sizing up 1980s electables
Editorial examines politicos metology how appearance affects presidential prospects. It cites Edward Kennedy and Carter as具 tall and aging. Kennedy’s weight is seen as a hurdle while Carter’s looks and teeth are noted. It links height and charisma to campaign success and cites Kemp Connally Reagan Udall Nixon era trends.
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Teddy” Kennedy
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