Identity crisis for major American philanthropic foundations
The essay notes foundations like Sage Ford and Rockefeller face an identity crisis as government activity expands in education science health and welfare. It suggests a potential shift if federal budgets shrink and questions what role private philanthropy should play, while affirming foundations remain a healthy societal element amid rising government programs and inflation.
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America
Russel Sage Foundation
Sage
Ford
Rockefeller
Congress
U S Policy Review Sees Ties With Mexico Under Pressure
The National Security Council reviews U S Mexico relations ahead of President Carter s February visit. Energy needs and illegal immigration drive policy, with potential oil trade, pipelines, and higher Mexican priority discussed along with enforcement of immigration laws.
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National Security Council
Carter
Mexico
Saudi Arabia
Daufuskie Island: A Timeless Corner of Coastal South Carolina
ALEX RURAL JOURNALISM: Daufuskie Island off South Carolina preserves slow life with 110 residents, lacking bridges and most modern services. People fish, farm, and value independence though poverty exists. development pressure grows as a New York man weighs selling or donating land, risking transformation.
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Tom Rosenstiel
Daufuskie Island
S.C
America
South Carolina
Hilton Head Island
Daufuskie
Savannah
Hilton Head
Louise Wilson
New York City
New York
Castro's Africa role strains Cuba and Castro's leadership
The article argues Cuba under Castro used as a Soviet proxy in Africa. Guevara led Cuban troops in Congo in 1965 while Cuban forces faced Somali and Ethiopian interventions. It notes casualties hidden from Cuban media and suggests Castro seeks U.S. support while relying on Soviet backing to survive amid dissension at home.
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Russia
Cuba
Africa
Che Guevara
Congo
Angola
Ethiopia
Somalia
United States
Vietnam
U.S
Castro
Eritrea
Revival of the Draft Dominates Next Year’s Debate
Congress will weigh resuming conscription as Carter seeks more funds for the Selective Service in January. Critics say volunteer forces miss high quality recruits while a universal 18 year registration could enable faster mobilization in a European crisis. Supporters push national service as an alternative to a formal draft.
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Washington
Congress
Soviet Union
Europe
U.S
Selective Service
Capitol Hill
Aiken Standard Opens Letters to Editor for Public View
The Aiken Standard invites letters to the editor for publication. Sign the letter with your handwriting and include a mailing address. Anonymous submissions are not considered. Letters should be legible and may be edited for space and clarity. Limit about 200 words.
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