Ford becomes nation's most profitable automaker surpassing GM
Dearborn based Ford Motor Co. posts a record 3.3 billion dollar profit for 1986, up over 30 percent from 1985, aided by CEO Donald Petersen. Ford reduced plants by 15 globally and cut white collar staff by 30 percent, saving over 5 billion since 1980 while improving design, reliability, and cost management relative to GM and Chrysler.
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Garrison Keillor Recaptured Radio's Charm in Farewell
A guest editorial notes Garrison Keillor's decision to leave his Prairie Home Companion program will create a void for listeners of Lake Wobegon stories. It praises his gift for warm humor, nostalgic radio charm, and the reach of his storytelling.
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Profs Symbol Drives Iran Scandal Debate In 1980s
The Iran arms affair dominates coverage as the PROFS memory system at the NSC surfaces in the inquiry. The piece notes how tech advances shift scandal dynamics from tapes to computers, cites figures like Casey and McFarlane, and forecasts March investigations by Congress and the media while warning about hubris and partisan hunts.
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Costs of Clean Water Act Wyden's critique on wasteful funding
The piece argues the Clean Water Act wastes funds due to wrong methods and bureaucratic overreach. It cites $44 billion spent on sewage plants, calls for shifting focus to protecting pristine waters, and suggests pollution rights markets as a cost effective alternative.
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Reagan’s Place In History by Paul Harvey
Paul Harvey argues Reagan remains a dynamic president with strong public support despite cabinet exits and partisan politics. He cites reforms, military upgrades, and Supreme Court impact, noting Grenada and Libya actions, predicting a busy 700 days ahead and a political return of office seekers seeking his endorsement. He also highlights Nancy Reagan’s influence on his limited public appearances.
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