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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1990
Page
4
The FEC weighs banning foreign owned U S companies from forming or funding PACs amid criticism that the move targets legitimate corporate citizens and ignores the reality that foreign affiliated employees also live in the United States. Critics call it xenophobic and point out it could distort political influence and autonomy.
In Greene Square Park last Wednesday Christians from Cedar Rapids gathered led by Larry Eberly to critique Halloween. They warned about frightful costumes and potential satanic ties while noting dangers from pranks and traffic and urging safe church events for October 31 gatherings.
A dated political plea urges higher turnout as citizens show up on election day. It criticizes campaign quality and civic apathy, arguing that a strong turnout would send a powerful democratic message and offset disillusionment with candidates.
A reader vent ses dismay at sleazy TV ads and party fundraising calls in Iowa. The letter questions whether “We the people” guides the parties and expresses shame at the barrage of cheap publicity.
Multiple letters praise Harkin for advancing Cedar Rapids toward a foreign trade zone and ADHD, while Tauke earns awards for budget restraint and small business support. Pro and anti-Harkin viewpoints cite the notch controversy and social security reform, with local readers urging support ahead of the election.
Ray Johnston urges voters to back Rita Huber Democratic candidate after pointing out Republican rival claimed to vote in 1989 Cedar Rapids election despite not registering in Linn County until March 1990. Johnston questions honesty and qualifications and urges support for Huber.
Letters criticize the Republican Party as favoring the wealthy and the military while urging a Democratic shift. Don Houlahan and Frank Young cite disillusionment with Reagan and Bush, urging voters to back Democrats to force governance by a Congress able to work with the president.
Neighbor endorsements praise Joyce Nielsen for her care toward children and parents and her long service. Jean L. Peterson and Linda L. Whittle urge a second term, noting openness to viewpoints and consideration of long term effects.
A reader argues that campaign finance should allow candidates to buy votes via TV time to influence elections and reduce debates. The letter questions incumbent lawyers, asks how to reform election law, and ends by asking where the None of the above box appears on ballots.
Creative Artists showcase their wares at the Collins Plaza Hotel during the annual Autumn Art Show held last weekend in the City of Five Seasons. Tom Dwyer the hotel manager earned praise for hosting. Chuck Gould and Aaron Parry provided spontaneous piano music.
The caption claiming the seedling mile as Iowa’s first paving is incorrect. Mahaska County near Eddyville paved a strip in 1908, a fact noted in the Mahaska County History and confirmed by the Iowa Historical Society, which credits that rural section as the first paving in the state.
The Iowa Illinois Gas and Electric Co proposes a 29 mile natural gas line from Winter to Cedar Rapids crossing highly erodible soils in Benton and Linn counties. Critics warn erosion and production loss, while a rail corridor option could cut costs and avoid erosion. If approved, the route aims to serve Cedar Rapids Iowa City area with a compromise.
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