Sandinistas fuel regional tension despite arms shipments claim
The piece argues rising Central American tensions stem from the Sandinista regime's military buildup and influence, not increased U.S. arms. It notes Nicaragua's 70 000 regular troops plus 60 000 reserves, Soviet hardware arrivals, and Contra aid shaping a broader regional conflict.
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Moscow
Anastasio Somoza
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The Real Drug Problem Isn't Making News
An editorial argues the true danger is alcohol abuse, not illicit drugs. It cites high alcohol-related harm statistics across society, from accidents and homicides to hospital cases and family disputes, urging consistent standards for all drugs and noting tax payments by alcohol producers.
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Junior
Betty Ford
Kaye
Quincy
Robert Stein
America
New York State
AIDS and Social Change in a Modern Era Opinion Piece
A provocative column argues for frank discussion of sexuality and AIDS. It criticizes past modesty, urges TV advertising for protective measures, and calls for changing public attitudes while stressing personal risk and duty to inform. The author targets media as key to reaching a broad audience.
Unionist Myth Dying Slowly in Northern Ireland
A 1970s era analysis argues two rival nationalisms fuel Northern Ireland’s conflict British Protestant unionism and Irish Catholic nationalism. It credits Hillsborough and power-sharing debates for easing tensions while warning Unionists resist compromise. Real politics may begin if London and Dublin stay firm and discreet.
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Ireland
Britain
Republic
Sunningdale
Republic of Ireland
Margaret Thatcher
Garret FitzGerald
Hillsborough House
Spain
Turkey
Dublin
Ulster
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