OECD seeks code to curb bribery by multinationals
The OECD plans a voluntary code of conduct for 24 member nations to govern multinational firms operating in their lands. The guidelines ban bribes to officials, prohibit political contributions, and urge abstaining from improper local political involvement, aiming to curb unethical practices while avoiding mandatory national rules.
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Organization For Economic Cooperation and Development
OECD
Paris
ORCD
Law enforcement legacy and OECD disclosure debate cited
FBI Director Chirence MW Kelley defends law enforcement ideals while noting OECD compromise on multinational disclosure by geographical area. The piece discusses business sensitivity, United States interests, and global governance in tax, competition, and industrial relations among 24 OECD nations with multinationals shaping world markets.
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Sweden
Multinationals
OECD
U.N. Center
United States
United Nations
FBI
Chirence MW. Kelley
Paul Harvey on Suburban Crime Wave and Security
Paul Harvey discusses crime trends in suburbs, the shift of Law Enforcement Assistance Administration to a new Washington DC HQ, and rising security measures in homes and condos. He notes 237 percent rise in daytime burglaries over a decade, homeowners facing $1.6 billion yearly losses, and fears of private policing shaping city life.
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Py Paul Harve
Law Enforcement Assistance Administration
Washington, D.C
Chicago
Water Tower Place
United States
Law and Order
Abraham Lincoln
Los Angeles Times
Death at Chappaquiddick book sparks renewed scrutiny
A review of Death at Chappaquiddick by Richard and Thomas L Tedrow accuses Senator Edward M Kennedy of evading full truth about Mary Jo Kopechne’s death. The account claims Kennedy manipulated authorities and the political system to avoid accountability and to preserve his Senate power.
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Ny Ralpn de Toledano Copley
News
Serrie
Washington
Teddy Kennedy
Massachusetts
Chappaquiddick
Edward M. Kennedy
Ottawa
Richard
Thomas L. Tedrow
Mary Jo Kopechne
Mary Jo
Kennedy
Teddy
Senate
Tedrows
Character education defense in public schools
Alice Widener argues that the NEA's public school curriculum is shaky and advocates character education to curb crime. She cites Le Bon on character shaping behavior, notes Indianapolis started character education in 1972, and praises reduced vandalism and improved conduct after its adoption.
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Alice Widener
New York City
National Education Association
NEA
Howard Flieger
U.S. News & World Report
Columbia University Teachers College
Gustave le Bon
Boo
le Bon
Latianapolis
Ind
Kimlergarten
American Institute of Character Education
San Antonio
Texas
Beatrice Bowles
PS 63
Indianapolis
Ars
Aenlor High
Heraclitus
U.S.A
Citizens Against Crime and SEC Views on Law Enforcement
Secretary of Commerce Elliot Richardson urged strong action against graft and extortion while noting dissatisfaction with law enforcement. The piece cites protests in DC over reform bail, SEC editorials blaming socialists, and quotes Stanley Sporkin urging citizen self help to protect stock investments amid calls for a broader stock market enforcement role.
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Holmes Alexander
Washington, D.C
Secretary of Commerce
Elliot Richardson
Washington
D.C
Richardson
Securities & Exchange Commission
SEC
Gulf Oil
America
Roderick Hills
Stanley Sporkin
Sporkin
Matt Dillon
Stan Sporkla
Sporkla
Marines Under Fire From Anti Defense Lobby
The anti defense lobby targets the Marine Corps as part of a broad push against U S security agencies. A Senate Church Committee led review seeks new oversight that could hinder presidential action, risking a less responsive United States to global covert threats. The Brookings Institution study criticized the Marines for size and outdated structure, recommending drastic mergers.
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Anthony Manbigan
U.S. Marine Corps
Central Intelligence Agency
Senate Committee
Frank Church
Soviet Union
United States
CLA
FBI
Spain
Panama Canal
Congress
Brookings Institution
Marine Corps
Marine and
The Case for a Strong Marine Corps Amid Criticism
Analysis argues Marine Corps combat readiness and amphibious capability are essential in a dangerous world. Critics fault training abuses but call for reform to prevent future incidents while preserving the Corps. The piece urges continued U S military strength including CIA and strategic weapons.
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Marine Corps
Corps
United States
Middle East
America
CIA
Trident
Minuteman
United States Marine Corps
Capital Fare Forced Busing Hot Issue
Ford faces a heated busing debate as Congress and courts shape any antibusing bill before the election. A Democratic leader warns against hasty action, noting political risk and the judiciary's role, while Ford emphasizes principle and campaign strategy to keep the issue alive.
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Andrew Tully
Washington
D.C
Ford
White House
Congress
House
Gerald Ford
Democratic Congress
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