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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1981
Page
7
An official stated no illegal electronic surveillance of Americans would occur and urged reading the order in full. He argued fears stem from worst case scenarios while noting the first draft in March faced outcry over privacy protections. A May draft eased some concerns but drew opposition from Richard Allen and others favoring greater intelligence agency flexibility.
Several congressional sources say a new proposal would grant agencies sweeping power to infiltrate American organizations, open mail without orders, and expand covert activities. Critics note possible conflicts with statutory rights and due process as the Justice Department declines to testify on the record.
The Supreme Court upheld dismissals in a Silkwood related conspiracy suit against the FBI and Kerr-McGee. The Monday actions include rulings on religious exercise in Austin and Christmas scenes at the Texas Capitol, and decisions on habeas corpus access, solitary confinement rights, and prison civil rights suits. The court also left intact Hunt v. lawyers, noting Hunt filed too late.
In West Hempstead and Cedar Rapids, Gift Pax distributes Homemaker Kits containing items like soap and kitchen basics to newlyweds and hospitals. Critics, including doctors and a Cedar Rapids center director, warn douching products reinforce gendered home duties and health risks, while supporters cite broad market appeal and maker participation.
The Senate Judiciary Committee reviews Hultman and Nard matter focusing on prosecutorial discretion and integrity of the Justice Department. Hultman denies perjury charges while a second appearance is scheduled after a December hearing.
Voting progress shows South climbing to 56.6 percent in 1980 and black officeholders rising to 1,813, fueling calls to relieve pre clearance rules. House Judiciary Committee crafts bailout procedures allowing jurisdictions to escape coverage if no voting violations are found for a decade.
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