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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1987
Page
6
Editorial argues the Robert Bork hearings reflect politics over merit and blame the nominee’s own political record for the tumult. It contends a politicized process harms judiciary while noting partisan passions may boomerang on Democrats.
Cedar Rapids residents applaud the vote to cut the airport pay-phone charge from 50 to 25 cents after the current contract ends. American Business Phones won the contract and plans to let the Airport Commission set prices, aligning with deregulation and public expectation.
The piece argues that a political gathering called a coffee is a misnomer and should be described as a coffee klatch or citizen meeting with candidates. It notes coffee is merely a beverage and that the event is a gathering, not a coffee, while a candidate misstep remains described as being in the soup.
Readers vent in Letters to the Gazette about the NFL strike. They condemn violence by strikers and criticize both players and owners for greed, while offering sympathy to fans and stadium workers. Some urge a fan strike and cite empty seats at Soldier Field as a message.
The YWCA and American Cancer Society promote a three part plan for early detection during National Breast Cancer Awareness Week from Sept 28 to Oct 2. They urge monthly self exams regular physician checks and periodic mammograms with brochures and a mammography display at the YWCA. Gloria J. Johnson YMCA executive director and Kay Jackson Linn County Unit ACS president urge all women to participate.
Iowa City Public Library faces reduced Thursday and Friday hours due to budget losses from revenue sharing cuts. Library Board backs city sales tax to restore hours and add two staff, aiming to reopen Thursday nights and Fridays if approved. Endorsed by a longtime Library Board member urging Oct 6 support.
Janette Pettus, legislative chair of Cedar Rapids BPW, urges senators Harkin and Grassley to oppose Justice Robert Bork’s confirmation. She calls Bork’s record narrowly civil rights minded and warns against reversing decades of progress for women and minorities.
A supporter urges voting for Robert M. Jaeger for safety commissioner, praising honesty openness and respect for public concerns. The note contrasts with past commissions, cites Floyd Bergen’s tenure and improved police and fire departments, and urges voters to reelect a proven time tested safety leader.
Personal endorsement praising Floyd Bergen’s steady judgment and years of experience. Claims his leadership has created a safe environment for families and urges voters to re elect him by voting Act 6.
The reader objects to Dr Block's piece Your children and their sleep habits arguing it promotes detachment and me first parenting. They cite studies indicating many young adults sleep through or wake at night and urge supportive guidance for parents to respond lovingly to children’s needs.
Readers from eastern Iowa share personal reflections on a wide range of topics. The column invites thoughtful citizen voices to express unique perspectives and community concerns in a public forum.
A critic argues that American education suffers from political fragmentation and a lack of integrity. Professors’ emphasis on impersonal research over instructional responsibilities weakens K-12 outcomes and national competitiveness, urging graduate and labor leaders to demand accountability and presidential leadership.
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