Reagan clings to tax cut amid deficit concerns
The piece argues Reagan should maintain the July 10 percent tax cut but acknowledge deficits, urging spending restraint both domestically and in military programs. It calls for compromise on defense spending while defending the need for a strong national defense and noting disputed items like the MX missile and B 1 bomber.
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Reagan
Navy
Republicans face voter skepticism eroding 1984 support
At the Kansas City GOP Governors Conference governors warned that women and the elderly increasingly view the party unfavorably. They cited Social Security loyalty, ERA opposition, and abortion stance as key factors shaping perceptions, urging careful platform tailoring before 1984 elections.
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South Dakota
William Janklow
Iowa
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Parents defend Debbie in Gazette letter to editors
Larry and Maggie Hildebrand respond to a Nov 15 Gazette article about their daughter Debbie, defending her independence and the advocacy program. They describe Debbie learning to ride the bus to work, awaiting a group home, and stress the article misrepresented her and her family.
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Heritage and promised land through biblical prophecy
Verle J. Kerr Sr. argues that Jews and Christians share similar fates, predicting Israel will control the land from the Nile to the Euphrates. He urges readers to seek heritage through Scripture, rejecting secular theories and calling for living truth daily with neighbors.
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Jerusalem
Nile
Euphrates River
Nuclear Freeze Debate and Church Pacifism Draw Comment
Washington report reviews Allen Brownfield's book The Church and the Sword and quotes Leninist tactics to mold youth against armament. It notes Brezhnev remarks on anti nuclear movements and Senate panel on third generation weapons, linking pacifism to strategic stagnation and possible war.
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International Studies Institute
Soviet Union
Leonid Brezhnev
Allen Brownfield
Washington Times
Church and the Sword
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C. Gregg Singer
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Appreciating Rockwell’s Employee Support in Cedar Rapids
A reader argues Rockwell Collins shows genuine appreciation through generous vacation accruals 10 or 13 paid holidays and ongoing benefits. The letter highlights Spectrum Club access education support scholarships retirement programs and company backing amid layoffs and tough times.
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Spectrum Club
Rockwell Collins
Cedar Rapids
Listeners urge FM stations to return easy listening
We in Waterloo Fairbank and Iowa City and our hometown share discontent with FM 96 and 108 changing music styles. We hope a benevolent buyer or promoter could preserve easy listening by another station while we rely on new records and our existing music. Mr and Mrs Willis Stainbrook Marengo.
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Fairbank
Iowa City
Abortion Debate Reflections and Call for Action
A writer questions both sides of abortion, cites biblical context and ancient practices, rejects coercive solutions, and urges Christians to fund clinics, support adopters, and shift attitudes. The piece argues morality stems from noncoercive faith and stresses practical outreach over political battles.
Thoughts from Eastern Iowans on Unlimited Topics
Readers share observations from Eastern Iowa inviting open expression. Fran Elsen, homemaker with three children and member of the Adult Christian Education Writing Academy, based in Madison Wisconsin, contributes a personal perspective.
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Fran Elsen
Adult Christian Education Writing Academy
Madison, Wis
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