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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1980
Page
8
The Supreme Court decision on Laetrile probes whether government power to protect health should override individual treatment choices. It highlights tension between privacy rights and public safety, noting the need for a clearer balance as courts weigh protection with personal access to alleged therapies.
State ombudsman condemns Washington County assessor Ernest Lund for denying public access to worksheet cards, arguing the records are public funded and must be open for scrutiny. He says income data can be excluded but property details must be available, with photocopies offered to address privacy and tampering concerns.
The piece argues for a permanent allied planning body outside NATO with no binding command role. It highlights repeated failures to consult, delays in joint stand, and the need for realistic long range coordination for crises beyond Europe. It proposes a Joint Contingency Planning Staff open to contributing members and capable of leveraging existing expertise.
The piece argues judges’ political leanings need limits as presidents pick Supreme Court nominees. It notes Reagan’s pledge to appoint a woman, cites Eleanor Smeal’s critique, and discusses the lifetime tenure of federal judges, impeachment rarity, and secrecy of confirmation hearings.
The piece argues that judicial nominations are inherently political, rewarding allies and shaping philosophy. It notes Carter's success with nominees, Jeffersonian doubts about life tenure, and advocates political restraints. It also discusses Western contingency planning, urging pre drafted scenarios to deter crises and improve coordination among major powers.
Paul A. Smith cautions against emotionally insecure followers who seek security through leaders and militarism. He argues for independent thinking, warns against theological and political manipulation, and urges voters to think and vote wisely in the 1980 election. The piece critiques church state tensions and urges personal responsibility at the polls.
A reader invitation invites thoughtful residents of Eastern Iowa to share personal observations on any topic. Views are unscripted and belong to the contributors, reflecting local perspective and broad curiosity.
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