Deal with Truckers Ties to Teamster Talks and Regulation
Washington reports say the White House delays deregulation legislation to nudge Teamsters toward a non inflationary three year contract. The union seeks about a 71 percent wage rise over three years, challenging voluntary seven percent guidelines. The piece warns delaying action risks public interest and favors a broader pro regulation stance.
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Carter says SALT talks in limbo amid Washington Cairo Jerusalem hopes
The piece argues SALT II remains stalled with optimistic forecasts fading. It criticizes U S leadership for yielding to Kremlin demands and advocates a stronger stance, citing power, historic treaties, and Soviet superiority in missiles. It warns of potential U S vulnerability by 1985 if trends continue.
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China uses India outreach to recalibrate Asia power balance
China seeks to improve ties with India and ease regional tension as it broader pursues a peaceful foreign policy shift. Teng Hsiao-ping tours the United States and Japan, invites Indian leaders to Beijing, and aims to counter Soviet influence while courting U.S. support. The move comes amid shifting alignments as Washington and Beijing normalise relations and Asia seeks stable growth.
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Vietnam
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Teng
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Vajpayee
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Gandhi
Morarji Desai
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Afghanistan
Iran
Hua Kuo-feng
Desai
Hua
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End of the service station era and self serve future
The article argues service stations with full attendant services will disappear, replaced by self service pumps and separate specialist shops. It cites 50 000 stations closed since 1973, shrinking from 225 000 to 175 000, with gas possibly rising to $1 a gallon as customers pump their own fuel.
Jesus and Christians Address Poverty and Social Action
A letters exchange discusses Jesus concern for poverty and hunger, noting social movements rooted in Christianity. It argues believers should aid the needy while recognizing eternal limits and the need to spread Christ's gospel to change hearts and reduce suffering.
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Jesus
P.O
England
Society For the
Jesus Christ
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