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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1978
Page
9
Richard H. Thomas argues that hundreds of Iowans serve on about 300 boards and commissions, shaping policy beyond elected officials. He calls for broader citizen participation, paid leave support, and stronger board leadership to improve open governance and accountability.
Readers from Eastern Iowa contribute personal reflections on a wide range of topics with no imposed limits. The column invites thoughtful opinions, inviting diverse viewpoints and individual expressions from the community.
The National Electric Reliability Council warns of grim power shortages in the 1980s due to restrictive policy, high regulation, and fuel uncertainties. Iowa Electric Light and Power’s Duane Arnold notes shortages could affect Iowa unless planned generation proceeds.
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