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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1940
Page
3
The speech denounces efforts to deny ballots to jobless and belief-based groups, argues for universal suffrage, and defends free elections as a safeguard against tyranny. It contrasts Jeffersonian and Hamiltonian views, warns against ruling elites, and cites Germany’s rise of Nazism as a warning.
The article urges building youth for the future through education and creative citizenship. It argues that America’s safety and tomorrow's history depend on minds free to inquire, not confined by tyranny, and calls on universities to foster this ethos now.
The passage urges embracing new facts and facing societal problems. It argues democracy survives through humble, courageous effort by thinkers and actors alike, who reject pride to find and teach truth. Personal peace comes from purposeful, beyond-self achievement.
Frank G Moorhead of Des Moines resigns as director of publicity at the Iowa Democratic state headquarters citing personal differences with Chairman E H Birmingham. He will continue political publicity work, writing stump speeches and radio addresses for candidates in either party.
Detroit United Press report says Father Charles E. Coughlin will skip Sunday broadcasts this year and will not participate in the presidential race. Social Justice quotes him citing powerful men in radio and other fields as the reason for canceling plans for a new sermon series. Aireasters Inc says stations agreed to carry the sermons, while Social Justice notes several large stations are involved.
Stations declined the bid for the presidential nomination citing various reasons. The move accuses both sides of funding concerns and procedural delays, leaving the race unsettled as officials assess next steps.
The speaker rebukes critics who claim supporters have committed themselves to war and unneutral actions while stating he will not align with such accusations. He emphasizes a stance against taking sides in the conflict.
A broadcast repeats a pivotal line arguing against perpetual war readiness. The speaker warns the nation may remain war-minded for a varying period, suggesting a window of 19 months or possibly 10 years, prompting debate on policy and public sentiment.
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