Carter Bets on Diplomatic Amateurs in Ambassador Picks
The article argues that President Carter shifted from career Foreign Service appointees to naming political allies and business leaders as ambassadors. It highlights Andrew Young, Leonard Woodcock, Mike Mansfield, Robert Krueger, Thomas Watson Jr., and John C. West as examples, noting lack of diplomatic experience and questioning suitability for posts in China, Japan, Mexico, the Soviet Union, and Saudi Arabia.
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White House
Foreign Service
Andrew Young
United Nations
Leonard Woodcock
United Auto Workers
U.S
People’s Republic of China
Woodcock
China
Peking
Carter
Senate
Mike Mansfield
Japan
Mansfield
Texas
Robert C. Krueger
U.s.mexico
Mexico
Patrick J. Lucey
Ambassador Lucey
Kruger
Washington
Mexico City
State Department
Thomas Watson Jr
International Business Machines Inc
Soviet Union
Moscow
Mr. Watson
South Carolina
John C. West
Saudi Arabia
Weber Loses Claim of Discrimination in Kaiser Ruling
The U S Supreme Court ruled Brian F Weber was not the victim of illegal discrimination from Kaisers affirmative action program. The decision noted no denial of promo opportunities based on his white male status and questioned the notion of discrimination in his case.
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U.S. Supreme Court
Brian F. Weber
Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Co
Carter tours Korea base amid withdrawal debate
President Carter visited a U.S. Army base near the Korean DMZ amid disputes over plans to pull back all American ground forces from South Korea. Officials warn North Korea has strengthened while South Korea hosts about half a million troops, underscoring the alliance’s security commitment.
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Carter
North
South Korea
White House
Central Intelligence Agency
Department of Defense
North Korea
Demilitarized Zone
Republic of Korea
Korean Peninsula
United States
Japan
Dear Dr Graham and the Fear That Follows
A reader asks how to cope with street violence fear and paralysis. The reply counsels practical precautions, faith in God, and recognizing angels’ protection while acknowledging that harm can occur in a sinful world. Confidence comes from trusting Christ and seeking strength through prayer.
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DR. Graham
Mrs. T. L
Paul
Christ
Mexico cautious on oil exports despite growing interest
Mexico halts quick export rush with Pemex pride guiding policy. Jose Lopez Portillo plans 2.5 million barrels per day by 1980 81, half for export, to fund industrial growth while avoiding American gas-line shortages. U S Carter remarks strain ties. 350 000 bpd currently shipped to the United States.
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Carter
Jose Lopez Portillo
Mexico
United States
Washington
Japan
West Germany
Canada
Lopez Portillo
Dr V Stephen Krajkovic Tlok's Coal Solution Stirs Debate
In a column stance, Dr V Stephen Krajkovic Tlok advocates a coal based energy fix amid Carter era debates. He argues for a simple approach to coal use, criticizing federal stubbornness and media bias around Three Mile Island and energy policy.
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Department of Energy
Three Mile Island
America
V. Stephen Krajkovic Tlok
DR. Ilok
Ilok process promises 4 micron coal for clean power fuel
A scientist proposes reducing coal to a 4 micron powder at the mine head to cut sulfur and impurities. The finer coal burns with little residue, lowers bulk, and can power diesel engines and electricity with reduced transport and waste. A letter from Ohio State praises the grinder design.
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Ilok
Ohio State University
U. S
Dr. Ilok
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