Abrupt cutbacks threaten growing California public works
The piece argues that rapid reductions in federal and local public works funding hit Southern Alameda County hardest, delaying roads and flood control while increasing post office lines and delaying development. It warns that fast growing California cannot endure abrupt halts to vital projects.
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Override sessions fade with vetoed bills from Reagan era
A new veto-session in the state Legislature drew no quorum and failed to override any of Governor Reagan's 70 vetos from the regular session. Supporters argue the sessions can be eliminated as they have produced little value and expose lawmakers to unnecessary expenses.
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Nixon Administration and Tax Reform Debate
Barry Goldwater discusses how the Nixon administration and Republicans lag on tax reform as inflation fears drive voters to demand relief. Democrats portray reform as essential, tying it to emergency anti inflation actions while Republicans push for a measured Internal Revenue Code revision and fiscal responsibility. The piece contrasts urgent surcharge extension with longer term reform and notes Kennedy’s administration proposal amid a split Congress.
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Democrats Reframe Tax Breaks Amid Loophole Debate
The Administration pitches a business friendly plan as correcting inequities in the tax system while Republicans face backlash from blue collar workers who feel taxed for welfare handouts. A Washington Post quote cites Democratic aides saying middle class anger shifts to targeting the rich as Democrats push to close loopholes they created.
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Power and Protest in America by Eric Hoffer
A critical column arguing that true power in America rests on learning and organization rather than money or status. It condemns campus unrest and Black Power rhetoric as misdirections from responsibility, while suggesting power for Black Americans requires collective organization built on trust.
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James Kilpatrick Laments South Protests in Haynsworth Fight
Kilpatrick criticizes Northern hostility to Southern policy, arguing Haynsworth nomination reveals a South bias. He counters claims of ethics concerns, defends legal stance on Deering Milliken, and denounces anti Southern bigotry in Washington and media.
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Ryskin and Dirksen Reflections on Ho Chi Minh and Dirksen
A column contrasts Ho Chi Minh’s legacy with liberal critiques as Hanoi declares a three day cease fire yet attacks. It recalls Castro, notes Koch praise, and honors Everett Dirksen in the Capitol rotunda while lamenting partisan judgments.
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Hebert Demands Supreme Court Action Against Douglas
Rep. F Edward Hebert presses Solicitor General Griswold to urge the Supreme Court to force Justice William O Douglas to abstain from a major Selective Service Act case. Hebert accuses Douglas of bias and seeks impartiality amid concerns over Douglas's public stance on Vietnam and past stays in related cases.
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