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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1974
Page
12
A December 1 1974 issue presents on page 22 an editorials section noting that opinions are expressed only in the column below and that other editorial materials do not necessarily reflect The Argus position. The text identifies Linn Brown as editor.
The editorial argues fringe benefits for public workers outpace private sector inflation, noting retiree pensions rise with cost of living. It cites Arch Patton and Syracuse University scholars on New York City's pension strain, and recalls California's 1965 law that could have given lawmakers large windfalls. The piece urges more public scrutiny of pension perks.
M Stanton Evans argues that marijuana dangers are real and growing. HEW and Senate findings show potential cumulative health risks, brain damage, genetic effects, and cancer links, challenging decriminalization while defending libertarian access.
Ralph de Toledano argues that Ralph Nader and the consumer movement misused power, urging a practical advocacy group to protect individuals against government and corporate abuses. He cites IRS, SEC, FDA, AMA, and credit bureaus as examples, proposing a steady, unglamorous watchdog role rather than headlines.
A reader argues against more school funding for reading programs, citing the 1972 On Equality of Educational Opportunity analysis. He says reading gains depend more on home and neighborhood culture than on school spending, and that early childhood efforts must change parental attitudes to matter.
A reader defends Al Redd against being labeled a gadfly, praising his conduct on the Ohlone board of Trustees. The letter argues informed citizen participation is vital and that calling Redd a gadfly carries derogatory implications, noting his advocacy promotes government action.
Holmes Alexander notes Nelson Rockefeller won confirmation as Vice President amid doubts about wealth and elitism. Critics worried the very rich are different, yet Rockefeller faced four or five days of questioning and presented himself as a determined, ordinary-seeming candidate who wouldn’t quit. He ultimately secured support and approval on his own merits.
The piece argues President Ford may reassess a 1975 visit to Peking in light of Han Cihewu of Taiwan who claims Mao and Chou seek five goals to keep the United States and Russia off balance. It warns against cosmetic deals like Vladivostok and outlines Beijing's strategy to curb the Soviet Union, win U.S. friendship, improve Japan ties, win European favor, neutralize Southeast Asia, and spread influence, while using U.S. technology for internal development.
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