Editorial urges vote to expand Diego Garcia facilities
The guest editorial argues Congress should approve continued modest development on Diego Garcia. It contends the base sustains a credible Indian Ocean naval presence amid Soviet competition, reduces risk to shipping lanes, and avoids reliance on long tanker convoys, framing the issue as essential to U.S. defense and independence.
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Federal funds pressure and helmet law sparks state debts
A Washington drive for federal road funds linked to helmet requirements threatens California with up to 48 million dollars in lost highway money next year unless an acceptable helmet law passes. The piece argues federal financing expands control, while noting safety arguments and rider choice. It cites House investigators finding an IRS agent paid 64967 over two years visiting Florida bars collecting unsubstantiated allegations against 913 people.
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Reagan's path to the 1976 nomination gains momentum
The article outlines growing belief that Ronald Reagan will seek the White House, citing his consent to a political committee led by Paul Laxalt and open signals from the Citizens for Reagan group. It notes Ford’s campaign posture and the pressure on Reagan to declare, with insiders predicting a possible candidacy if his intentions become clear.
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Will Rogers Says Washington Probing Politics for Leaders
Will Rogers remarks about Washington politics, noting constant candidate chatter among Democrats and Republicans. He says both parties seek figures to run, while the Republicans face limited options beyond the President, and the overall tone hints at shifting political dynamics.
Sacramento Van Pooling Aims To Ease Commute Woes
California state workers start a van pooling program linking Marysville Auburn Camino and Sacramento to cut travel costs and traffic. Vans cost riders 35 dollars monthly for lease fuel and expenses with drivers paid by service. aim to expand to San Francisco and Southern California regions.
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Washington window Answer Man answers campaign questions
Washington Window reopens with answers on campaign questions. Bo Callaway from Georgia, a West Point graduate and former Army official, fronts Ford’s campaign while Reagan teases a run. O’Neill cites Kennedy speculation, Harris targets voters in traffic, and Democrats bought telethon air time for candidates. Convention sites discussed for 1976 reflect regional considerations.
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National protest against school busing vows September 4
Paul Harvey Busing calls a national protest day with marches on courthouses in Louisville Boston Detroit Dallas Charleston and other cities on September 4 While September 7 is dubbed National Unity Day opponents claim busing harms education and social fabric Former Kentucky Governor Louie Nunn and Wisconsin Senator Monroe Swan defend presenting opposing views Civil disobedience is urged by Clay Smothers of Texas Michael Novak calls busing a Vietnam of the 1970s and a quagmire The piece frames busing as a controversial federal policy with strong partisan and racial dimensions
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