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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1988
Page
6
J F Hladky Jr serves as chairman of the board while Jerry Elsen is editor of editorial pages. The editorial board is chaired by Dave Morris with Morris as managing editor.
The piece argues two presidential debates and one vice presidential debate are likely this year. It notes past debates had limited impact beyond image, cites Nixon Kennedy as a turning point, and calls for a purer format focused on issue driven clashes between candidates. It urges League of Women Voters sponsorship but favors a reform that removes media interference.
A two hour Iowa Public Television edition of Firing Line featured conservatives and liberals debating the Soviet Union with moderator Michael Kinsley. Panelists included George McGovern Patricia Schroeder Gary Hart Paul Warnke versus William Buckley Henry Kissinger Jack Kemp Jeane Kirkpatrick.
The column notes a spate of Bush campaign troubles from a Pearl Harbor Day gaffe to Dan Quayle’s law school entry and a Washington Post exclusive on Fred Malek counting Jews in federal ranks. It argues Malek’s resignation was prudent and criticizes the media's role while praising Lloyd Bentsen as a strong running mate choice.
The piece argues Americans identify economic uncertainty, debt, competitiveness, education, drugs, and the environment as core problems while criticizing George Bush for elevating patriotism over these issues. It notes the Bush administration expanded debt, slashed education funds, and linked drug policy to wider governance failures.
Gil McNaughton defends Cedar Rapids Civic Ballet production and dissent over reviewer remarks. He notes open auditions, collaborations with Des Moines Ballet, and asserts no choreography credit belonging to him. He criticizes the review as inaccurate and defends his 20 year performing history.
Eagles Aerie 2272 thanks businesses that donated to the picnic at 202 Seventh Ave SE and praises volunteers who helped. Youth Guidance co chairs Gary Schwab and Wilma Baird express appreciation for community support and helping people.
Letters from John R. Knott and Isabelle Woods praise Donald Kaul in The Gazette for provoking thought and promoting diverse viewpoints. They defend his American editorial style and urge continued bold commentary to wake readers and challenge complacency.
James T. Knudsen details a campaign culminating in May 14 1988 withGov Terry Branstad signing a bill to fund POW MIA flags for Iowa public buildings Rockwell International Cedar Rapids and Collins Defense Communications divisions fly flags on holidays and sundays Custodians may obtain a free POW MIA flag by writing to the Iowa Office of General Services Des Moines.
Public notice voices objection to Bjornsen Investment Co offering land to IDOT for the Marion Bypass in exchange for spot zoning. City council allegedly traded for nine miles of roadway and a bridge, prompting a Sept. 15 public meeting at Marion High School to oppose the plan. Public figure Jack Carfrae signs the notice.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for the accuracy of letters or judge opinions. The policy allows equal opportunity for readers to publish contradictions or corrections in future editions.
Eric Tabor calls for debates across all 11 counties in Iowa 2nd District to reveal candidates positions while Tauke relies on 30 second ads. Critics note Tauke's low approval rating among seniors and past votes on Social Security and health care. Fundraising from major interests such as Dow Chemical and Du Pont is cited as influencing campaigns.
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