Representations Diverge on States Shifting Social Programs
The piece contrasts President Reagan’s proposal to shift social program responsibility to the states with Democratic opposition. Sen. Strom Thurmond backs the plan, while Rep. Butler Derrick shows cautious interest, awaiting details. CQ's voting-score context highlights Thurmond’s 100 percent conservative alignment and Derrick’s 59 percent, reflecting local electoral outcomes in 1978 Third District races.
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Reagan
Sen
Strom Thurmond
Rep
Butler C. Derrick
Congress
Derrick
Congressional Quarterly
Edgefield County
Thurmond
Pennsylvania
Robert W. Edgar
Pug Ravenel
Warrior officer slain in Paris by terrorists
Lt. Col. Charles Ray, a former Vietnam veteran and U S Embassy officer in Paris, was assassinated on a Paris sidewalk. A group calling itself the Lebanese Armed Revolutionary Factions claimed responsibility, linking the act to Western policy toward Lebanon and El Salvador. The piece argues the death signals a broader war against the West by international terrorists and calls for sterner action.
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Charles Ray
Vietnam
Paris
Col. Ray
U.S
Beirut
Lebanon
el Salvador
West
Cuba
George Habash
Popular Front For the Liberation of Palestine
Soviet Union
Good Prospects For June Grads
June graduates totaling 1.3 million face strong job markets with high pay across many fields. Engineering and computer science lead demand for Bachelor and Master degree holders, with Masters employment rising but some opting for immediate work. PhD shortages loom in engineering faculties while liberal arts grads face tougher entry, though clerical and sales roles offer openings.
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Northwestern University
Frank Endicott
Reagan policy on Taiwan arms sale earns both Chinas disdain
The Reagan administration trims arms to Taiwan, angering both Beijing and Taipei. Taiwan protests assembling F 5Es rather than FX aircraft while China condemns the move and urges halting all arms sales. Critics say the decision undermines U.S. credibility and raises regional security risks with Southeast Asian nations.
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Taiwan
White House
China
United States
Choosing Christ Despite Peer Pressure
A high school student frets about being mocked for faith. The counselor urges courage, cites Matthew to urge commitment, notes Christ’s accompanying presence, and suggests some peers may respect or seek peace in faith.
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DR. Graham
Christ
T.S
Jesus
Jesus Christ
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