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Editorial urges tempered dial-a-ride hopes for Fremont Newark
Opinion says fear of failure due to overuse is unfounded but rush hour demand may outstrip 30 planned buses. Advocates keeping current tax rate and off-peak service while testing a limited rush hour expansion, warning against promised all-day door-to-door service without additional funds.
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Governor Brown Remains an Enigma in California Policy
The article portrays Governor Brown as enigmatic, balancing conservative rhetoric with liberal programs. It notes backlash from crime and taxes while Sacramento officials push new collectivitst schemes such as a proposed 100,000 unemployed Californians program funded by public money. The piece compares Brown’s style to Agnew and Reaganism, with verdicts pending.
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Food stamp reform plan aims to curb abuse and costs
A column critiques the federal food stamp program as bloated and prone to fraud. Senators Buckley and Michel propose measures to tighten eligibility, curb asset transfers, and deny benefits to those who can work, aiming to save billions and better serve the truly needy.
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Salera on fuel security and geopolitical risk in oil supply
The text argues oil is at risk from Russia and global cartels, predicting worsening liquid fuel shortages. It cites currency shifts, inflation fears, and strategic vulnerabilities of U S and allied fuel sources, including North Sea and Middle East oil, with naval tensions and Soviet subs threatening production.
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Will Rogers Says Passport Tour for New Mexico Visit
Will Rogers quips that a law requiring all Americans to visit New Mexico and Arizona before passport eligibility would help the country and let Europe laugh at us. He suggests travel could bolster national pride and debt relief. Remarks dated March 13, 1927.
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Reader Letter on Dial-A-Ride Fare Debate in Fremont
A reader criticizes AC Transit and DART for seeking a fare increase to 45 cents arguing it will burden Fremont and Newark residents. The writer questions government funding use and suggests toll or tax burdens will rise with continued Dial-A-Ride expansions at Fremont City Hall.
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Critique of Public Education’s Failures and a Diagnostic Solution
A speaker argues that about 70 percent of students fit current schooling, while 30 percent struggle due to emotional, mental, or reading challenges. He calls for diagnostic IQ tests aligned with achievement levels to tailor education, acknowledging cost and the need to retrain teachers to work with these students.
Weather treaty near in Geneva sparks space for 1980s threat
A dialogue portrays looming weather modification bans and a near missile scare as families debate possible weather weaponry and a failing arms control pact. The scene implies heightened tension over a looming storm threat and government inaction.
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Sanford Forms Democratic Bid In 1978 President Race
Former North Carolina Governor Terry Sanford enters the 1978 Democratic presidential race aiming to derail Alabama Governor George Wallace. The advisory council warns farm land is scarce and food shortages loom amid price swings and political heat.
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