New federalism shapes Reagan era governance debate
The piece traces how land grant strings evolved into broader federal controls via public aid and spending. It notes Reagan's push to replace categorical grants with block funds, reduce deficits, and return authority to states, shaping a bipartisan view that federal overreach burdens governance.
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Independent Advisory Commission On Intergovernmental Relations
France eyes April poll as Giscard seeks seven-year term
France votes Sunday to choose a president for seven years. With four major candidates, no one likely wins 50 percent in the first round on April 26, forcing a May 10 runoff. Giscard and Mitterrand face uncertain futures while Chirac attacks Giscard amid economic strain and a fading Communist influence.
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Reagan Proves Critics Wrong by Fulfilling Promises
The column argues that President Reagan backs up campaign vows with action, citing spending cuts, tax reductions, deregulation, cabinet reshaping, and decisive crisis handling. It credits him with decontrolling gasoline prices and pardoning FBI officials, while noting improved markets and a shrinking bureaucracy.
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Reagan Campaigning Against Draft Calls It Expensive
The piece argues Reagan views the draft as costly and disruptive and cites high draft resistance without punishments. It notes renewed military morale under Carter, improved retention and pay raises, and a push to reduce conscription in favor of a voluntary force with stronger national leadership. Will Rogers is referenced.
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