Can Cory Aquino Continue To Rule?
The Philippines faces a volatile mix of coup attempts by Marcos loyalists, Muslim guerrilla activity, and a communist insurgency as voters weigh a new constitution. US influence limits Marcos while Corazon Aquino seeks civilian control of the military amid a crucial plebiscite.
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Imelda Marcos
Manila
Philippines
Honolulu
Ferdinand E. Marcos
Marcos
Marcoses
Hawaii
Mr. Marcos
Reagan
U.S
Malacanang Palace
Washington
Corazon Aquino
United States
New People’s Army
Pacific
Indian Ocean
Aquino
Air Force
Mrs. Aquino
Fidel Ramos
Gen. Ramos
The
Preserving Peace Means Readiness IN THE MEDITERRANEAN
Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier Kennedy endure long, demanding days at sea while supporting a global US presence. Profiles include cooks, disbursing clerks, Marines, engineers, and hangar deck crews. The Kennedy’s escort includes cruisers, destroyers, frigates and submarines. auxiliary ships Saipan and Savannah bolster operations. Navy morale is high as recruitment leans to top high school seniors seeking skills and jobs, with strong reenlistment and improved racial relations.
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Mediterranean
U.S
Ben Holtzman
Miamisburg
Ohio
Dayton
Navy
Oneal Wilson
Detroit
Marshall Smith
Alexandria
Ind
Jerry Erickson
Louisville
James Gardner
Stillwater
Minn
William Sueppel
Fort Myers
Fla
Kennedy
Belknap
Bainbridge
Yarnell
Rodgers
Dahlgren
Moosbrugger
Bradley
Nicholas
McCandless
Montgomery
Baton Rouge
John Marshall
Shark
Philadelphia
Saipan
Savannah
USS
6Th Fleet
Divided Loyalties as Church Divests from Weapons Firms
A guest editorial notes the Presbyterian Church’s disinvestment from 22 defense firms including Boeing and GE, creating conflict for church members who work for those companies. Leaders say investments align with peace aims while individuals face choosing between faith and livelihood.
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World Peace
Presbyterian Church
Boeing
McDonnell Douglas
General Electric
Iran Scandal Showcases War and Politics Rules
The piece argues that no U S government can tolerate a Soviet Cuban aligned Nicaragua and notes Senator Kerry's objections to covert aid to the contras. It discusses Iran Contra era questions of legality and executive power, and political implications in 1988.
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Central American
John F. Kerry
D-Mass
Managua
Nicaragua
Kerry
Massachusetts
Ronald Reagan
Israel
Debating overeating and alcohol in faith and policy
A letter argues both overeating and alcohol abuse harm health and finances, framing alcohol as a societal crisis. It cites scripture on restraint, urges prayer, and notes the need for responsible letters to the editor at the Aiken Standard. It then critiques American covert actions and presidential power, referencing Kerry and past administrations.
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DR. Graham
Christ
Aiken Standard
P. O. Box
Aiken, S.C
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Cory Aquino
Universal Press Syndicate
Omaha World-Herald
PCUSA
Committee On Mission Responsibility
New York City
du Pont Co
Iran
Iraq
Lebanon
Beirut
Billy Graham
Middle East
John Kerry
Persian Gulf
Central America
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Harry S. Truman
John F. Kennedy
Korea
Democratic Congress
Supreme Court
Congress
White House
Richard Nixon
Gerald Ford
Jimmy Carter
Jerry Ford
Tulsa
Oral Roberts
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