Iowa caucus timetable in 1984 faces shifting stakes
Political Notes by Ken Sullivan examines how Iowa's position as the first caucus state could be undermined by changes to the 1984 schedule. The piece tracks past races from 1972 to 1980, flags potential Feb 27 or Feb 20 caucus dates, and notes Democratic leaders and state officials negotiating exemptions amid pressure from Maine New Hampshire and national party rules.
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George Bush
Ronald Reagan
Reagan
Charles Manatt
Hunt Commission
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Barry Hobbins
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Senate
Corts Worth a Second Look in Political Language
This column warns readers to watch for crafted political rhetoric as campaigns build toward the election. It notes usage like “big” and “labor” as manipulation, lists common problematic “or” terms, and urges caution over terms such as “special interest,” “electability,” and the distinction between “real” Democrats or Republicans.
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Linn County Democratic Central Committee October meeting set
The Linn County Democratic Central Committee will hold its regular October meeting on Wednesday October 26 at 8 p.m. at Farmers State Bank in Marion. Senator Gary Hart who is seeking the Democratic presidential nomination will attend today at noon to open a campaign office at 320 11th Ave SE Cedar Rapids.
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Blind commission posts stormy past hinders applicants
Des Moines A state agency with a stormy past faces a slow applicant response for an open seat on the Iowa Commission for the Blind. Gov. Branstad aide Jerry Mathiasen notes past conflicts may deter seekers, though former member Nolden Gentry departs after four years of service amid factional criticism. Potential candidates from Des Moines include Samuel Anania, Charles Erickson, A Rita Kline, William Pearce, Lora Belle Van Lent, D Curtis Willoughby, and Sister Mary Xavier Coens of Dubuque.
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Iowa Commission For the Blind
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Mathiasen
Commission
Nolden Gentry
Iowa
Gentry
Samuel F. Anania
Charles P. Erickson
A. Rita Kline
William R. Pearce
Lora Belle van Lent
D. Curtis Willoughby
Mary Xavier Coens
Dubuque
Branstad
First of its kind conference to aid Iowa cities growth
Gov. Branstad announces the Governor's Conference on Local Economic Development to help Iowa communities apply for state and federal funds. The event December 7 at Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny will be televised to Mason City, Council Bluffs, and Waverly with audio hookups for Bettendorf, Ottumwa, and Sheldon.
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Capitol set for 100th anniversary ceremony in Des Moines
Iowa marks the 100th anniversary of its Capitol dedication with a January 17 ceremony. Governor Branstad tapped George Mills and Adrian Anderson of Des Moines to help plan with the Legislature. Mills, a retiree from WHO-TV, has half a century reporting Statehouse news. Anderson leads the Iowa State Historical Department. The cornerstone was laid in 1873 and the building dedicated in 1884.
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University of Iowa Parents Day events set for Oct 29
Iowa City events list a 9:30 a.m. brunch in the Main Lounge of Iowa Memorial Union, free shuttles to Kinnick Stadium for the Iowa Indiana game at 1:05 p.m., and performances by Chuck Mangione at Hancher Auditorium, Old Gold Singers at Clapp Recital Hall, and Dearly Beloved at Old Armory Theatre. Tickets are on sale at Hancher box office.
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