McNamara’s retirement prompts critique of U S aid policy
Robert S McNamara retires after 13 years as World Bank president and delivers an emotional speech decrying U S poverty alleviation efforts in the Third World. He argues aid levels are not the sole fix and cites growth in Taiwan and South Korea as proof that market policies, not redistribution, drive progress.
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Public School Mess I Shows Rifts Over Busing and Demographics
The article argues busing has worsened white flight and school quality since desegregation. It cites St Louis demographics, high costs of 22 million dollars for busing, and studies from Ford Foundation. It notes opposing views in Chicago and Los Angeles, rising Latino and immigrant enrollment, and warns bilingualism could strain national unity like Canada.
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Spark of Campaign Humor Across Reagan era Events
Overheard remarks and quick quips touch on politics as John Jenrette runs again and Reagan zings, with jokes about bribery, draft messages, and aging. The bulb of satire lights a Boston Globe note and a crowd at a Reagan dinner, reflecting campaign mood and media chatter of the time.
Guadalupe Summit Seen as Caribbean Yalta and Downfall Event
The January Guadalupe meeting among Carter and European leaders is viewed as pivotal to Iran’s fate and the Shah’s. Assertions frame the gathering as steering the Shah’s ouster, with unresolved minutes and tapes obscuring details. Sullivan argues the episode hastened Iran’s collapse, alliance shifts, and Soviet-leaning dependence.
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Dear Dr Graham warns against turning from faith for false happiness
Billy Graham responds to a reader who asks why Christians must give up fun. He warns against turning from God and argues true happiness comes from commitment to Jesus Christ, noting that many who seek pleasure end up miserable while devoted believers find lasting joy.
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