Global justice hinges on UN action over yellow rain attacks
The Gazette decries weak UN response to alleged use of deadly yellow rain toxins in Laos Kampuchea and Afghanistan. It cites Soviet involvement and a biased Bangkok investigation, warns of a cover up, and calls for ethics and accountability in international law enforcement.
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Southeast Asia
Branstad Promises Open Government and Frequent News Conferences
The governor elect supports open government and envisions about two press conferences weekly, aligning with Governor Ray's routine and arguing accessible leadership helps scrutiny and public trust. He notes media access fosters accountability, understanding, and accurate reporting for better governance.
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Branstad
Robert Ray
Election view from Scammon on 1982 results and future
Richard Scammon, a leading political analyst, breaks down the 1982 election as a modest leftward shift within the center. He notes Democratic gains at the state level and House seats, slim Senate impact, and warns on Social Security politics and 1984 conventions.
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Scammon
Letters to The Gazette Questioning Social Security for Immigrant Couple
A reader criticizes the article about a Korean couple in Los Angeles receiving housing and Social Security. The letter argues pensions derive from work history and suggests funding should come from military budgets or special funds, noting frustration over welfare for refugees. sir Thomas Beecham
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Los Angeles
America
Sung Yup Pak
United States
Return of the Beautiful Music at KFMW Declined
Listeners mourn KFMW 108 switching from easy listening to rock and plead for the return of the Beautiful Music format. They note loss of mood setting in homes, cars, and shops and urge letters to The Management at KFMW Water loo Iowa. Curtis D Nuehring Virginia L Nuehring Farmersburg urge alternatives.
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Jefferson
Waterloo
Desperate Mother Appeals Over Custody Fight in Iowa
A mother laments a four year custody battle over Chad age seven alleging ongoing abuse and neglect by his father Ronald Good. She cites poor legal representation and lack of funds hindering further court action, and asks for public record of her concerns and accountability for those involved.
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Iowa
Ronald Good
Chad
Child Welfare Department
Ronald
Readers vent about Gazette arts section movie summaries
A reader criticizes the Sunday Arts and Leisure capsule for its three line movie summaries. They accuse the writer of opinionated, unfunny commentary and call for neutral plot summaries that focus on what the films are about.
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the Gazette
Rex Reed
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Voice of the Babies on Abortion Rights and Life
An advocate argues that abortions end lives of unborn babies and urges society to protect the unborn. He frames pregnancy as a gift from God and warns against teaching children that abortion is acceptable, stressing the rights and dignity of the unborn.
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Christ
You
Fire disaster relief gratitude note to Cedar Rapids responders
After a recent fire three animals died and most belongings were lost. Firefighters responded swiftly and the American Red Cross assisted the family in rebuilding. They thank Cedar Rapids Fire Department CB channel 23 volunteers and God for keeping two girls safe and for support during recovery.
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Red Cross
Cedar Rapids
Victory Speech for 49th District Winner
The speaker thanks campaign volunteers and voters in the 49th House District for a hard fought campaign. They credit those who made calls, stamped envelopes, knocked doors, and posted signs, and express hope that voters feel like winners at the end of the term.
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Scammon
Edward Kennedy
Massachusetts
Comment on campaign spending and election priorities
The writer criticizes the money spent on campaigning, noting figures like over $1 million in some cases. They urge redirecting funds to research disease, aid for the elderly and handicapped, and other needed priorities in tough economic times. The note calls for reevaluating national spending priorities.
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Iowa
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