When sadness hurts ordinary people in bereavement
The Gazette defends photographs and reporting of grieving families in Lebanon and elsewhere. It argues observers should rely on fact not emotion, noting reporters enter homes only with consent and that most mourners wish to speak only about the event and the deceased. The piece cautions against sensationalism and urges fair, respectful coverage.
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Rath Packing's Reorganization Cites Mutual Renegotiation
Rath Packing of Waterloo seeks to void an existing union contract but frames the move as renegotiation not breakup. Union chief said cooperation continues and workers own 60 percent of the company. The outcome hinges on cost cuts, loans, and industry pressures threatening Iowa meat packing jobs.
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Reagan surge linked to Grenada triumph and economy
Reagan appears set for a political breakout as Grenada’s outcome and improving economic signals boost his standing. A Washington Post poll shows 63 percent approval and leads over Mondale and Glenn, while TV imagery and a large ad push shape national opinion ahead of Election Day.
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Japan isn't the problem in domestic content debate
A New York Times Service opinion piece denounces the House vote on a domestic content bill as a cynical protectionist stunt backed by AFL-CIO interests. It argues the real issues are U S macroeconomics, high deficits, a strong dollar, and rising interest rates driving a trade imbalance, not Japanese imports. It warns Democratic candidates risk political costs if they back the bill.
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Questioning in libel case brings a chill at Supreme Court
Anthony Lewis reflects on the Bose Corp versus Consumer Reports case heard by the Supreme Court. He notes the justices showed hostility to First Amendment principles and questions whether Times v. Sullivan protections remain robust, urging preservation of open society values.
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