Editorial: Iowa racing bets on center stage
The Gazette argues for a state racing commission to locate multiple parimutuel tracks across Iowa rather than a single site. Eastern Iowa would gain Cedar Rapids as a potential hub, with mobile tote boards and short-term fair permits proposed to bring racing to the people and curb gambling excess.
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Waterloo
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AkSarBen
Chicago
Sportsman’s Park
Linn County
Reagan plan to phase out Trade Adjustment Assistance
The Reagan administration seeks to end the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program, arguing it is outdated and unfair. Congress extended TAA for a year. critics say the program mostly aids auto workers in Michigan and disincentivizes retraining. A new Job Training Partnership Act aims to help workers displaced by imports and technology changes.
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United Auto Workers
Hispanic tide could alter our culture in America
The essay cites UCLA demographer Leobardo Estrada on immigration shifts toward Latin America and a rising Hispanic population. It warns that uncontrolled Spanish speaking immigration could challenge assimilation, bilingual education, and national unity, risking Balkanization while noting growing Latino populations in Los Angeles, New York, Miami and Chicago.
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Latin America
Los Angeles
Long Beach
New York
New Jersey
Miami
Chicago
Reagan Should Exploit Leftist Split Ahead of 1984 Election
The piece argues Ronald Reagan can gain by portraying the Democratic Party as dominated by leftist elements and by forcing ideological splits. It compares Thatcher’s margin to a potential U.S. outcome, urging Reagan to emphasize contrasts, highlight socialist tendencies, and pressure Democrats to define their stance on taxation, government power, and communism.
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Margaret Thatcher
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Paul
Fraser Steps Down From UAW Presidency With Steady Resolve
Douglas A. Fraser, 66, retires as United Auto Workers president rather than seek retirement favor. A Scotsman who lived modestly and kept in touch with rank-and-file workers, Fraser guided the union through decline, negotiated concessions, and stayed committed to social justice and economic opportunity. He will teach at the University of Michigan and Wayne State University.
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Ronald Reagan
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Wayne State University
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