Editorial: Democratic push on labor reform faces backlash
The piece condemns a proposed labor reform bill amending the 1935 Wagner Act as a pro labor power grab aimed at favoring unions in upcoming elections. It argues the plan shortens ballot timing to win union votes and imposes harsh penalties on businesses. The author questions the need for a seven member NLRB and warns of long term harm to workers and firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Steamroller
National Labor Relations
National Labor Relations Board
NLRB
White House
Congress
Balance of payments and trade deficit discussion
The piece notes that 40,000 U.S. jobs hinge on each $1 billion in exports. It cites a 1977 trade deficit of $26.6 billion, calls that year the worst balance of trade in history, and questions Congress approving a $1.75 billion IMF loan to aid poor nations facing oil price pressures.
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United States
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Richard L. Lesher
U.S
Congress
Carter
International Monetary Fund
The Changing Image of Andrew Young in Carter Era
The piece contrasts Andrew Young's civil rights legacy with his evolving role as a Carter administration adviser on international diplomacy. It notes Young’s refusals to retract statements and his clashes over foreign aid policy, including remarks on Africa, Soviet involvement, and restrictions on emergency assistance, while highlighting his enduring political savvy and desire to stay in his post.
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Andy
Young
Africa
Tle
Carter
Jimmy Carter
Jody Powell
Andy You
Andy Young
Andrew
Washington
Martin Luther King
Andrew Young
Iies
Congres
Minea
Defense
Central Intelligence Agency
State Department
White House
Vest vexes fashion fans in two piece suit debate
A satirical man recounts his futile quest to avoid a vest while shopping across stores, lampooning aggressive salesmanship and fashion trends. He recalls postwar vest disfavor, notes rising costs, and imagines an activist response to two piece suit dominance while echoing a tongue in cheek call to arms for fashion reform.
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Demander
Phi Beta Kappas
Winter Palace
Danbury
Conn
Avius
The Vest Debate and Fashion Reversal in Public Life
A sardonic column rails against fashion revolutions from the New Look to narrow ties. It mocks flapper era hats and garment fads, notes industry reactions, and questions civil rights implications of forced purchases while pondering future vest trends and personal wardrobes amid societal shifts.
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Haberdasheries
Readers invited to submit letters on current topics
Citizens may send signed letters up to 200 words. If needed, staff will type for you. Letters will be printed as space allows and the editor will try to publish readable names. Submit with name and address. unsigned letters may be rejected.
Will Rogers Says About Orange Juice Prices
Will Rogers notes in California that orange juice in a big hotel costs fifty cents a glass, about 150 dollars per barrel. He quips that you can have it or both for roughly the same price. February 3, 1994.
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California
Will Rogers
Bryan Sterling
Des Moines
Public support for easier union organizing remains around twenty two percent
Across three national polls and two spring surveys, only 22 to 24 percent of Americans favor making it easier for unions to organize non union employees or represent workers. Major business and Carter pollster studies align against broader labor reform, while most respondents prefer protections against union power and faster elections.
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Kevin P. Phillips
U.S. Senate
Chamber of Commerce
AFL Do
U.S. News and World Report
Patrick Caddell
Carter
Opinion Research Corporation
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
AFL C10
Public Interest Opinion Research
Alexandria
Argu
Afl-Cio
Eatiga
Ug. News and World
U.S
American Retail Federation
Caddell
King Features Syndicate, Inc
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