Grassley Defends Open Information Over Secrecy Pledges
The editorial lauds Senator Grassley for opposing a Reagan era secrecy pledge for federal workers. It warns the vague term classifiable could silence government information and cites whistleblower A Ernest Fitzgerald. It argues open democracy requires courage to expose misconduct rather than curb speech.
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Local option sales tax faces long road to passage
Iowa counties and cities weigh letting local governing bodies impose sales taxes without a public vote. Experts say strong public need, persuasive cases, and much time are required as legislators warned against removing voter choice. Officials fear voter wrath and strive to build support before any change at the Statehouse.
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Readers denounce The Gazette racism in column
Tom Mohan from 33rd St. Dr. accuses The Gazette of printing racist propaganda and using race to attack the Rainbow Coalition. He claims the New Right fades as the coalition grows and warns of further slurs and red-baiting if the paper continues supporting such voices.
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Break up the family at City Hall and elect honest leaders
An elderly Marion resident recalls a city crew cutting her line and credits family and neighbors for help then calls for overhauling City Hall. The letter urges voters to back finance head P T Larson, streets head Fred Stieglitz, and public safety head Robert Jaeger to end Don Canney’s control. A second note discusses Senator Bork and Reagan’s Iran arms matter as a political no-win.
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Bergen
Bork
Reagan
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Iran
Rita Huber
Glass Rd
First Czech Museum Czech radiothon on KCRG aired Oct 11
The Czech radiothon on KCRG ran from 7 am to 6 pm Oct 11 with live Sun day Czech Party from the Czech Museum. A 400 year old Bible was unveiled during the afternoon reception and many volunteers and sponsors were thanked for their contributions.
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Czechoslovakia
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Franklin" Kralik
Czech Heritage Band
Czech Plus
Party Time
Polka Dots
Czech Heritage Foundation
Jc’s Sound
Securities Corporation of Iowa
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Robert P. Schaffer
Czech Fine Arts Foundation Inc
16Th Ave
Political Truth in Campaign Speeches and Truth in Politics
The author muses on surreptitiously recorded campaign speeches by winners and losers, suggesting such recordings would reveal true intentions and mockery of campaign promises. It questions campaign finance and the real net worth of candidates beyond charm, asserting sincerity and ability as key attributes and that truth matters in politics.
Police Officer’s Wife Letter Sparks Nepotism Debate
A reader praises police officer Robert Jaeger as a candidate for public safety commissioner amid concerns raised by letters from an officer’s wife alleging nepotism and management issues in the Police Department. The writer plans to vote for Jaeger on November 3.
Cedar Rapids voters urged to change city leadership now
Citizens complain of sewer backups and traffic as they press City Council over a grocery expansion and a nepotism tainted administration. A candidate urges ethics reform and a push to elect Joe Rinas and Bob Jaeger on November 3, saying the city’s future depends on it.
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Joe Rinas
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Outlooks Stern Rowans Lead The New Xpress Era
A compact report notes stern rowans as the new headline act in the 10 xpress scene, signaling breadth of topics and a push toward rapid coverage. The piece frames unlimited scope and evolving pacing shaping the publication's approach.
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Indemnity for Internees Debate Echoes Across Hawaii
Voices against compensation for Japanese ancestry internees rise as readers recall broad wartime actions. The piece recalls personal experiences at Pearl Harbor Area and Cedar Rapids, noting fear, discrimination, and mixed views on postwar reparations and justice for families who lost property and freedom during internment.
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