Iran’s rage and violence mark a bloodied political arc
The piece portrays Iran’s post-revolution turmoil as a pattern of hate driven killings. It cites the assassination of President Rajai and Prime Minister Bahonar, a 70-political-leaders blast, and the regime’s executions of nearly 500 political threats. It notes Ayatollah Beheshti’s death and exile of Bani Sadr as context for a cycle of violence in power struggles.
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Iran
Rajai
Bahonar
Ayatollah Beheshti
Ayatollah Khomeini
Justice
Khomeini
Bani Sadr
Paris
Iran Crisis Deepens as Exiled Leader Appears to Blur Blame
From his European refuge Bani Sadr stature wobbling as Iran’s internal strife intensifies. He hints five leaders’ removal could topple the regime while critics accuse the United States of provoking violence and sensational rhetoric. The article condemns both sides’ hysteria and human suffering amid Tehran’s attacks.
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Bani Sadr
Iran
Tehran
Bani-Sadr
New York Times
Cedar Rapids leaders poised for two year pay raise
An ordinance on file proposes about 8 percent raises for Cedar Rapids mayor and four commissioners in 1982 and 1983, with mayoral pay rising to 39048 and commissioners to 35043. Public comment welcomed as the next council prepares to consider the plan after January elections.
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Cedar Rapids
Call for Bipartisan Study on U.S. Armament Strategy
The Reagan era faces a broader spending puzzle as MX missile choices and a vast buildup lack a comprehensive needs assessment. A bipartisan commission including former service chiefs and defense secretaries could produce a master plan for national security, balancing threats, force levels, and budget realities.
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New York
Reagan
Weinberger
Taylor
Defense
Clark Clifford
James Schlesinger
Congress
Letter urges accountability in Cedar Rapids school board race
A Cedar Rapids reader argues board members must balance education quality with business policy amid enrollment declines and budget strains. Joyce Dennis is urged for election, citing her school involvement, leadership, and plans for improved communication and cost control. The letter ends with reflections on values and a request to submit letters by Sept. 3.
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Joyce Dennis
Cedar Rapids
Gazette
Voter praise for current school board and plea for Gerry Loupee
Patricia Teeple Gent commends the board for opposing Adams Elementary closure and urges Gerry Loupee to join the at large seat in the upcoming Sept 8 election. She cites Loupee’s 19 years in public schools and three years of meeting attendance as an asset for future reorganization decisions.
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Adams
Northeast
Gerry Loupee
Gerry
Right Car Kane on Cattle Grammar and Juicier Claims
A United Press International writer grapples with plural and singular usage in cattle related prose. The piece discusses correct verb agreement with cattle as a collective noun, debate over juicier versus juicier and flavorful phrases, and proper use of fewer versus less with countable items.
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United Press International
Iowa
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