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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1988
Page
6
Bush surges ahead after a calmer, more presidential debate with Dukakis at UCLA. The vice president projects experience, while Dukakis appears cautious as both campaigns anticipate the November vote and evaluate Quayle’s role.
The piece argues a BRAC commission may close or shrink up to 50 U.S. military installations, saving 2 to 5 billion dollars yearly. It cites Fort Douglas as a relic and notes political caution in Congress to avoid backlash, with Tip ONeill example as protection of home bases.
In a retrospective on Dukakis and his 1988 bid, John Sasso argues Dukakis ran a mainstream state reform agenda but faced GOP attacks labeling him as a Massachusetts liberal. The piece cites concerns over his appeal to national voters, emotions on stage, and the nominating system that favors liberal proponents.
The piece links Governor Dukakis to making an anti drug push a priority and resisting support for the Contras. It cites Common Cause journalist Sharkey detailing CIA Noriega ties and DEA operations undermined by leaks. It notes Honduran and Costa Rican actions, White House blocks on inquiries, and a broader critique of U S policy in Central America.
Mick Van Every thanks Dr. Thomas Kisker of University Hospitals Hematology Oncology and Dr. Julianne Thomas, Cedar Rapids pediatrician, for initiating Hemophilia Camp in 1986 and Diabetic Camp Week in 1987. Camp Good Health, founded 1923 by Elizabeth S. Johnston, aims to serve medically needy children with a winterized, year round facility by 1989.
A letter accuses Safety Commissioner Jaeger of trying to drop college degree requirements for police promotion, including for chief. The author cites Civil Service and City Personnel Department work, notes Barnes’ bid to oust Jaeger, and claims a political bargain to promote Barnes in exchange for support, arguing the move erodes professional standards.
A voter rails against endless presidential campaigning and promises. Citing Constitution and Congress powers, the piece favors a president guided by Christian principles and laments the hollow rhetoric of Bush Dukakis era discourse, with voting on November 7.
Betty McCollister praises The Gazette for Karin Stein's Soviet-American Peace Walk coverage. She and her Los Angeles relatives, who completed the Great Peace March, will share the articles with others working for peace.
The Gazette states it does not verify letter accuracy or endorse opinions. It notes readers may publish corrections or contradictions in future issues and provides equal opportunity for responses.
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