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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1978
Page
6
John Robertson continues as Managing Editor as of May 11, 1978, with no announced changes to leadership or editorial structure. The note confirms current newsroom leadership during the period.
The editorial argues that surrender to kidnapping threats by the Red Brigades would invite more violence and endanger all societies. It urges a strong law enforcement response to restore social order, warning that releasing jailed members would invite further abductions and bloodshed. It envisions global outrage and unity against extremism following Aldo Moro's murder.
A long debated bill passes both houses and conference committee to move the code editor from the Supreme Court to the Legislature. It also creates an administrative rules coordinator under the governor, giving the executive branch more control over state agency rules. Senator Redmond of Cedar Rapids and Senator Rush spearheaded the three year push. The measure aims to streamline adjournment time and clarify how laws and rules are administered.
The Equal Credit Opportunity Act 1975 expanded mortgage eligibility for two income families by counting wives' income, boosting mortgage power by 40 to 60 percent and opening billions in available income. Meanwhile single income families face higher costs and fading access, unless already homeowners leveraging past equity.
A reader letter condemns The Gazette for calling a dropped rape claim a hoax and defends unbiased reporting. The writer argues the term misleads readers and deters reporting, noting Linn County officials later confirmed it was a hoax. The letter also comments on an Associated Press piece about IRAs and CDs delaying withdrawals.
Letter to the editor argues banks may waive early withdrawal penalties on retirement time deposits after 59 or disability. It also condemns pornography, cites Regulation Q changes, urges obscenity law enforcement, and promotes Citizens for Decency Through Law activities and election intentions.
The quote debates whether the phrase raised by a 3 cent gasoline tax correctly reflects the collection as extracted from taxpayers rather than raised funds. The exchange questions the wording and implications of the tax revenue.
A reader from Iowa criticizes the mudslinging in the Senate race between Jepsen and Dick Clark. The letter praises Clark for reforms in grain sales and ethics while noting the negative campaigning hurts voter trust. May is Mental Health Month and The Gazette is thanked for publishing Recovery meeting notices in Cedar Rapids, aiding awareness of the Recovery program.
The piece jokes that public approval is low at 29 percent while urging attention to salary. It notes voters chose him, but he could earn far more if younger and taller, suggesting an $800,000 yearly basketball salary as a hypothetical.
A call for democratic nations to unite against trans national terror networks. Emphasizes near term steps including close agency coordination, a concerted intelligence network, and public awareness with media restraint to avoid aiding terrorists. Warns against negotiating with terrorists while urging resolve to protect free government.
The Harris Survey of 1508 adults shows 48 30 support for cutting the Social Security tax hike by a third funded from general revenue. A 79 percent back the statement that Social Security provides basic security and must not go broke. Majorities approve the tax rise but oppose the size of the increase and favor relief if Congress acts. Public opinion is divided on the tax, with 74 percent feeling they do not get good value from federal taxes.
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