IMF funding tied to housing subsidies sparks political blackmail
The IMF appropriation faces delay as Democrats link it to a $900 million housing subsidy bill. Reagan signs IMF funding but rebukes the party rush, arguing housing aid should stand alone and warning against future linked votes. Proponents cite crisis prevention and reform needs. opponents call for independent IMF action.
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Poland seeks compensation for U.S. sanctions
The Polish government, led by Jaruzelski, calls for compensation despite the sanctions easing and characterizes martial law as a sham. The piece argues the regime blames Washington while repressing unions and prisoners, urging President Reagan to dismiss demands and not apologize.
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Reagan
Warsaw
United States
Jaruzelski
U.S
Notable Event At SRP Celebrates Start Of Billion-Dollar Facility
Hundreds of public officials and civic leaders attended a ceremony at the Savannah River Plant to mark the start of the Defense Waste Processing Facility a milestone in the atomic energy program. The event also highlighted debate over site location for the next generation of reactors with South Carolina officials urging SRP despite a proposed move to Idaho. Governor Riley and Rep. Derrick voiced strong support for SRP while Secretary Hodel noted DOE's willingness to consider SRP for the New Production Reactor.
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Donald P. Hodel
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South Carolina
SRP
Richard Riley
NPR
Riley
du Pont Company
U. S
Butler Derrick
Hodel
Strom Thurmond
DOE
Reagan poised for landslide reelection after Grenada surge
A string of recent events including the Grenada operation and a strong economy boost President Reagan. A Washington Post ABC poll shows rising approval near 63 percent as the public weighs inflation and unemployment. Thatcher parallels and GOP ad campaigns amplify the momentum while ONeill stumbles on Grenada, signaling potential strong reelection odds.
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Thatcher
Britain
Tip O’neill
Andropov’s rating system stirs Congress debate
The column argues ADA grades reflect Soviet taste, listing votes on Lebanon, Grenada, MX missiles, oil on public lands, Grenada condemnation, and arms spending. It notes liberals would score 100 with Andropov, questions constitutional inaugurations coinciding with Super Bowl scheduling, and recalls past oath stories.
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