Editorial questions church state issues in child care bill
The editorial argues the $2.5 billion child care bill faces church state conflicts as drafted rules would require strict standards for centers. It notes church based centers may hire by religion and restrict enrollment, creating discrimination concerns. It urges defeating the bill and considering Bush’s tax credit alternative.
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Christopher Dodd
Dodd
U.S. Catholic Conference
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Bush
TV campaign ads threaten to sour 1984 presidential battle
The article notes a grim view of forthcoming political TV advertising for George Bush and Michael Dukakis, predicting relentless negative messages that may decide the race by image diplomacy and polls. It recalls the 1964 Goldwater ad controversy as a cautionary benchmark for bad taste.
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Reagan
America
George Bush
Michael Dukakis
Barry Goldwater
Lyndon Johnson
FER Iowa Cedar Rapids Chapter faces leadership changes
Letter writers discuss organizational reshaping at FER of Iowa Cedar Rapids and the Des Moines parent group. A counselor at large defends FER as conservative while others welcome broader programming and increased workload to pursue higher goals.
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Fathers For Equal Rights
FER
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Des Moines
FER of
Bible debate and school board race prompt voter call
The letter condemns The Last Temptation of Christ as blasphemous and argues for infallible Bible truth. It then shifts to endorse Susan McDermott for the upcoming school board election, urging informed voting after thorough issue review.
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Bill Bright
Campus Crusade For Christ
Jesus
Susan McDermott
Susan
Zealots defend mandatory seat belts amid fatality rise
The author accuses belt law advocates of media influence and argues the 1986 speed law easing shifted focus from driving faults. He supports personal choice, criticizes uniform mandates, and claims seat belt zealotry masks rising traffic deaths in 1987 into 1988.
Eric Tabor for U S Congress Iowa 2nd District
Voter expresses support for Democrat Eric Tabor in Iowa's 2nd District race. Highlights Tabor's focus on senior citizens, Social Security protection, and expanded health care. Compares Tabor unfavorably to GOP opponent Tom Tauke citing past votes on Social Security and pay raises. Encourages voting on November 8.
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Eric Tabor
U.S. Congress
Iowa
Tom Tauke
Tauke
Impressions of Nicaragua critique by Dr Judy Vopava
A reader labels Dr Judy Vopava’s Impressions of Nicaragua as disinformation praising the Sandinista line. The letter questions freedom of expression and the right to vote, arguing the people cannot determine their government.
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Nicaragua
Judy Vopava
Marvin F. Chevalier Postville
Outlooks from Eastern Iowans Invite Broad Views
Periodic observations from readers in eastern Iowa share diverse topics and personal perspectives. The column signals openness to wide discussion and individual voices, reflecting community views without editorial endorsement.
Roger Pierce Cedar Rapids Tech Veteran Enters High Tech Research
Roger Pierce of Cedar Rapids, a 50 year veteran in technology and business, has worked with U S companies including Collins Radio and now engages in high tech research and writing.
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Cedar Rapids
U.S
Collins Radio
Fed’s Monetary Policy Drawn as 1970s Echo for Inflation
Opinion piece argues the Fed’s rate hikes resemble the 1980s inflation fight and warns monetary strangulation worsened unemployment and debt. It cites 21.5 percent rates, 5 million jobs lost, and a tripling of dollar value since 1970, urging Congress to enact standby price wage controls.
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