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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1986
Page
6
The University of Iowa records student demonstrations with video to ensure accuracy and deter illegal activity. LASA rejected a resolution condemning the policy, arguing cameras protect rights and provide proof while not chilling free expression.
A minority in the United States Senate blocks a House approved survey of federal civil service pay. The measure, backed by Republicans and Democrats, seeks to study wage equity across 18 pay levels, with critics noting women and minorities occupy the four lowest levels. Supporters say the study will reveal inequities and guide corrective action while opponents fear a one size fits all federal mandate.
Allan E Goodman analyzes the risks of covert U.S. actions abroad, citing Nicaragua and Libya incidents, legal reforms from Pike and Church, and the erosion of credibility. He urges Congress to hold hearings and craft tighter rules to limit covert operations and restore public trust.
A reader argues the Gazette erred by not publishing the Doonesbury strips and defends satire in political commentary While criticizing the Robertson coverage the letter urges readers to value clarity on policy over mudslinging and notes concerns about Branstad Jenkins and Arbuckle while praising various local voices and a Cedar Rapids signal project
Mercy Hospital Auxiliary expresses thanks to decorators volunteers and visitors for Showcase 86 with over 7000 visits. Funds raised will buy cancer therapy equipment. Co chairs Cilla Cosgrove and Aary Oja invite future Decorator House visits at Mercy Hospital Auxiliary 701 10th St SE.
The pamphlet outlines rules for publishing letters including the need for the writer’s name street address and signature. Anonymous publication is not allowed. A phone number for authentication is required but not published. Submissions should be under 400 words and focus on issues and events rather than personalities. One letter per writer every 30 days.
The piece recalls Harold Hughes as Iowa’s last Democratic governor and notes laws from his term such as liquor by the drink, state withholding tax, area vocational schools, and allowing public funds to be invested to earn interest. It casts Lowell Jenkins as a fellow reform advocate ready to push ideas for economic recovery in Iowa.
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