Gale Across U S Social Security Taxes Spark Voter Backlash
The piece notes a tax surge on Social Security payrolls approved in 1972 and a 1977 rise, with voters anger rising as experts discuss trimming benefits or shifting burdens. It argues for studying long term solutions and freezing taxes temporarily to ease the political pressure.
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Congress
Capitol Hill
House Committee
House Budget Committee
Robert Giaimo
D-Conn
Gaylord Nelson
D-Wis
Abner Mikva
D-Ill
Giaimo
House
Senate
Carter
Afghanistan Shifts Toward Soviet Ties After Coup
Afghan President Daud ousted by a revolutionary council led by Noor Taraki a Communist aligned with Moscow. The shift signals closer Soviet ties, increased arms and training, and potential regional ripple effects affecting Iran Pakistan and the Arab-Israeli dispute.
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Afghanistan
Mohammad Daud
Revolutionary Council
Noor Mohammad Taraki
Soviet Union
Daud
Iran
Pakistan
Moscow
South Asia
China
Middle East
Letter to the Editor on leash law and dog behavior
A reader argues for targeted enforcement of leash laws, cites barking and safety concerns, and urges dog owners to train and socialize pets. The letter credits a local trainer Charlie Warner and promotes obedience classes to reduce complaints and improve neighbor relations.
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Michael W. Fox
McCalls Magazine
Charlie Warner
Warner
Linda H. Foreman
Aiken
Aiken Standard Seeks Signed Letters for Publication
The Aiken Standard invites letters to the editor, signed by the writer and bearing a mailing address. Anonymous letters are not considered. Letters should be legible, preferably typewritten, and may be edited for space and clarity. Limit is 200 words unless editors grant exceptions.
Dear S J how guilt can reflect love and call for action
A reader asks if guilt over a friend’s death is justified. The response says yes natural, urges confession to God and repentance, and notes many people suffer similar issues. It encourages direct offer of help, increasing love toward others, and considering supporting the deceased’s family. It reminds Christians bear one another’s burdens per Galatians 6 2.
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S.J
Christ
South Carolina
Kennedy push to add federal employee representation in Congress
The article reports Sen. Edward M. Kennedy promotion of a constitutional amendment to add two senators and one or two representatives for federal employees, treating them as a state. It accuses him of packaging the plan in liberal rhetoric and notes House passage and Senate hearings begun.
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U.S. Congress
Edward M. Kennedy
Dmass
Congress
AT and T
Kennedy
Senate
House
Legislative
United States
Debating District Status and Car Speed Ideas
The piece argues District residents lack voting representation yet receive federal aid and 23rd Amendment protections. It suggests a radio discussion on different speed limits for big versus small cars and explores enforcement ideas, then appraises education reform and NTE exam standards with a teacher's personal view.
Doonesbury on Kennedy amendment and federal district politics
The piece argues Article I Section 8 shields the capital from politics and claims Kennedy supporters use race to pressure senators. It asserts DC voting rights are tied to federal dominance, with high federal employment and District interests pushing for expanded government power and taxes.
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The
Washington Post
District of Columbia
Kennedy
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