Hasty action on budget balance fuels Con-Con debate
Legislators reflect on a rushed May 11 vote to balance the federal budget by urging a constitutional convention. Lt. Gov. Branstad ruled out a reconsideration motion, keeping the plan for a convention in place while calls grow for federal guidelines before any convention. Iowa stands among 28 states seeking such a convention, though many urge Congress to set rules first.
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Busing and desegregation since Brown v Board
The piece surveys five decades of busing in the United States since Brown v Board, noting political backlash, recalls, and violent episodes from Denver to Lamar while highlighting mixed outcomes. It argues true integration requires desegregated housing and elimination of redlining, with coexistence reducing fear.
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Pro-Nuclear Power Viewpoints Against Protests and Fear
A reader argues that nuclear power is safer than feared, citing Hiroshima fallout reports, Three Mile Island contrasts, and LNG Risks to claim coal and LNG would harm consumers. The letter touts electricity necessity while minimizing disaster fears and praises nuclear energy as cheapest power.
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Flower friendly smiles filled Noelridge Park on Mother's Day as people from all ages enjoyed blooms and shared conversations. The writer thanks Parks Commissioner Stan Reinis, Dale Huddleson and staff for creating the beauty that lifts weary faces. The Gazette editorial note closes with a reflection on the 68th General Assembly's first session.
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Taylor releases on line 2 and news briefs critique
A reader complains about Page 3A and Page 10B content on May 17 alleging mislabeling and mix of news briefs with ads. The letter seeks clearer separation of news briefs from advertisements and lauds Statehouse reporting by Ken Sullivan as objective.
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Cedar Rapids
Parade Decline At Eastern Iowa Band Festival
The article criticizes the crude and vulgar additions by area Jaycee organizations in the Eastern Iowa Band Festival parade. It argues these elements undermine the educational purpose and reduce public interest in the yearly event.
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Rhodesia Sanctions Debate Reflects Risky U.S. Alignment
A New York Times analysis argues that lifting sanctions on Rhodesia would bolster Muzorewa and Smith while aiding white minority rule. It warns a U.S. tilt toward South Africa would undermine anti colonial ideals, help the Patriotic Front, and fail to end guerrilla war.
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Rationing can't be fair says Hempstone on Carter plan
Syndicated columnist Smith Hempstone argues the House defeated Carter's gas rationing plan by election politics not fairness. He notes inevitable future rationing, the cost of Carter's plan, and how urban states and high consumption drivers shaped the vote against it.
Moped riders gain kindness as gasoline crisis eases
A columnist notes motorists treating moped riders with unusual courtesy during fuel shortages. Drivers defer for red lights and puddles, use turn signals, and avoid horn blasts, while mopeds show restrained riding. The piece wonders if shared hardship broadens considerate street behavior.
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