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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1990
Page
4
The House voted 254 to 179 against a 500 billion dollar tax and budget package, urging quicker action and more focus on children’s health and education. President Bush urged strong support, while critics warn of stubborn deficits and election pressures. The author calls for child care measures to offset regressive taxes on low income families.
In Bethlehem Pennsylvania parents sue to block a 60 hour community service requirement, arguing it imposes on freedom while supporters cite benefits of service. The debate reflects a broader view of volunteerism as a civic duty and a potential habit beyond school.
In a budget clash amid a red federal balance, Congress sets NASA funding at 44 billion dollars versus the president’s 42 billion. The piece questions NASA’s track record and argues extra money will not fix its underlying issues.
The piece contrasts Reagan and Bush, noting Reagan sold tax cuts with tangible gains while Bush must push unpopular tax increases amid a tougher era. It argues Bush lacks the moral force to rally the nation through bad times and faces harsher communication challenges as economic and geopolitical tensions grow.
Dennis Hasley urges voters to support Tom Harkin for reelection, accusing Tom Tauke of weakening pollution controls. He cites Tauke’s votes against toxic waste sue rights and the Emergency Planning Act, and against strengthening Clean Air Act amendments. He urges informed voters to consider all facts.
In 1988 Reagan designated October as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. The Parents with Empty Arms group plans a remembrance service and tree planting at St Luke's on Monday at 6 30 p m a poignant gathering for parents who have suffered pregnancy or infant loss to honor their children.
The Gazette lauds Youth Plus for student voices from Amy Chew and Zach Helvey. Educators, parents and students are asked to help by reporting student accomplishments to Gail Cooper-Evans at The Gazette.
Community urged to curb student outflow as local leaders push for policy changes. Andy Hasley is spotlighted for his knowledge and readiness to act on this issue. Vote Hasley Nov 6. Diane Floetchinger 144 Simpson St SW.
The Gazette invites letters on the Instructional Support Levy for Cedar Rapids schools. To qualify for use before the October 16 vote, letters must reach the editorial department by noon Wednesday October 10. Shorter submissions have a better chance of publication.
A critique argues that current policy favors investors over workers, shrinking consumer purchasing power. It proposes a variable income tax on business tied to energy use per hour, to boost worker incomes, curb pollution, and reduce reliance on militarized markets while replacing machines with people to stimulate demand and employment.
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