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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1986
Page
8
Editorial argues covert supply missions to Nicaraguan bases implicate the CIA and U.S. government in clandestine actions. It notes the downed American cargo plane and survivor aid controversy, urging acknowledgment of risky operations as part of foreign policy.
A Washington Post scoop on a federal disinformation policy sparks debate about truth in reporting. The column argues presidents use deception, cites past leaders, and notes public suspicion of the media while recalling a Grenada blackout and Disney freebies as examples. A Swedish study hints sexual activity links to memory, suggesting complex ties between biology and behavior.
The piece lauds the Iceland summit as a decisive moment, praising the president for choosing no agreement over a hasty deal. It argues the event reframes arms control as a process, not a single accord, and defends the president against claims of failure by deeming the outcome orderly and realistic.
The reader cites a 1986 NSB Report note on a New Jersey bus fire with 48 evacuees and no injuries, arguing about belt use. It contrasts 1985 Canadian crash tests showing belted riders could suffer severe neck injuries, while unbelted fared better in some impacts. It questions feasibility, costs, and driver workload in enforcing belts, citing Iowa safety measures and drivers’ concerns.
Iowa City held its annual Walk for the World on Oct 4 but rain and cold hurt turnout. Seven volunteers planned for six months, recruiting walkers and coordinating events while 66 walkers persevered amid weather. A letter-writer from Linn Care Facility criticized mental health staff and called for accountability. He warned against privatizing care to save county taxes, arguing it would raise demand for psychiatrists and staff. C H Butch Hutter Marion address.
A reader urges use of mandatory polygraph tests for officers and suspects to expose abuse by police. The piece argues Internal Affairs failures shield officers and calls for admission or court admissibility to weed out bad officers, especially when victims are intoxicated.
Mental Health Advocates promotes Community Friends to keep chronically ill patients out of hospital and boost community understanding. Volunteers pair one-to-one for support in housing, jobs, transport, and leisure while countering stereotypes from TV portrayals. Call 364-6305 for more information.
A critic urges Governor Branstad to emphasize his accomplishments instead of attacking opponent Lowell Jenkins. The statement argues against negative campaign tactics and says Iowans deserve truthful, positive messaging.
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