Farm bill debate in Iowa highlights subsidy costs
Senator Clark argues the Forbes estimate of 5 to 6 billion dollars yearly for the farm bill is inflated, citing local farm losses and commodity price supports. He estimates about 2 billion annually, with food programs shaping the overall cost, while predicting that price supports may reduce foreclosures and stabilize farmers' incomes amid surpluses.
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Readers reply to September 1 gun control editorial
The letter argues that tougher gun laws unfairly penalize law abiding citizens who own handguns for sports defense or hunting. It cites Des Moines incidents, compares gun control to driving and alcohol harms, and notes police support for gun rights while criticizing editorial framing.
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Des Moines
Switzerland
England
Readers debate gun laws and memorial jets in Iowa City letters
A reader argues for swift punishment for gun crimes and criticizes a gun control editorial. The letter defends keeping the Old Jet memorial, recalls Project Green, and warns about removing memorials. It warns gun control laws must target intent and training, not just weapons, noting rural fears and the idea that killers will use any weapon.
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Iowa City
Project Green
Des Moines Register
Equal Rights Amendment debated amid military draft concerns
The argument over the ERA notes that military policy could draft women into combat regardless of ERA passage, as Pentagon studies explore structuring roles under fire. The piece argues the amendment’s value lies in principle and lasting reassurance, not immediate military impact.
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Pentagon
Army
United States
GOP gains lift mood after hard election year
In by elections this year Republicans win three of four congressional seats formerly held by Democrats and claim 20 of 43 state legislative seats. Louisianan Robert Livingston wins in district one amid gains boosted by a black outreach program funded as part of a $225000 GOP effort. Bill Brock credits pragmatic candidates for expanding appeal to traditional Democratic voters.
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Bill Brock
Brock
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National Party
Carter rating slips as honey moon ends in Harris survey
The Harris Poll shows President Carter’s overall approval at 52 percent positive and 44 percent negative, down from a month ago. Confidence ratings fall to 59-35 percent, with broad declines across regions and groups including South residents, blacks, liberals, Catholics, and Jews. The Lance case fuels criticism among skilled labor, business leaders, and higher income earners.
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Harris
White House
Bert Lance
South
Gun-law debate and pet theft letters to the editor
A reader argues against new gun laws urging enforcement of existing statutes and harsher penalties for crime. The second letter decries pet theft, recounting stolen Siamese kittens and a dachshund, noting many unwanted pets available and calling for would be thieves to leave their pets alone.
City Council Debate Over Family Entertainment Permits
The column mocks permit denials for family entertainment and urges stricter rules for adult venues. It notes a judge in court with a woman in a compromising position and cites Cathy Mayer as fitting a Christian morality stance.
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