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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1977
Page
8
An editorial note states that opinions are expressed on the Argus editorial page and may not reflect the newspaper's stance. Other editorial content is not necessarily the paper's official view.
Editorial urges Governor Brown to accelerate LNG siting, phase out the inventory tax, and end the unitary tax method to improve California's business climate. It notes Exxon Pipeline and Dow Chemical withdrawals as warnings and advocates stronger leadership and new, pro business legislation this year.
Planners and drivers discuss vans used as personal vehicles from family transport to full time nomadic living. Vans are technically trucks, dodging mileage and catalytic rules, boosting sales but stirring lobbying by Teamsters and trucking groups. Detroit promotes vans as a lifestyle, while regulators weigh efficiency and emissions impact.
President Carter says he will urge Congress early next year to pass a national health insurance plan. He emphasizes restoring the economy and health of the nation before pursuing broad reform.
In Washington, James Kilpatrick argues the Court split on Ohio's 1978 private school aid, ruling some forms constitutional while blocking others. He warns the decision risks unequal treatment of students and religion, urging uniform per pupil funding for all pupils and secular standards across public and nonpublic schools.
Will Rogers quips that society reads about war criminals in papers and says punishment is often publicized rather than severe. The remark reflects a cynical view of justice and media coverage during wartime.
The piece outlines California’s battle for stricter car emission rules amid federal delays. It notes Senate moves led by John Holmdahl to curb ARB standards, the federal two year extension for automakers, and California officials hoping national adoption could ease pressures. Quoted are ARB Chair Quinn and Senate leader Howard Baker. The article discusses durability rules and potential cost impacts for dealers and buyers as Congress weighs national smog standards.
A letter from Assemblyman Tom Hates laments rising Bay Area tolls on the Dumbarton Bridge. The writer argues delays by Atherton and Menlo Park to widening projects hurt East Bay commuters, calling for SB21 support and a broader tax-sharing plan to fund rapid transit.
Editor asserts that MTC charges of a toll increase are fallacious and ludicrous. The group defends citizens rights under U S and California constitutions and contends the toll is illegal and discriminatory. It claims the MLTC failed to file an environmental impact report.
Jabor Secretary Marshall cites widespread fear among workers to raise safety concerns and risk losing employment. The piece criticizes the Consumer Product Safety Commission for poor performance, noting only two safety standards in its four year history. President Ford and Truman quotes reflect executive limits in crises.
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