Kissinger interview stirs oil policy debate and media role
A Business Week exchange with Henry Kissinger raises the possibility of military action to curb oil prices. The piece notes media manipulation risk, cites John Scali in the Cuban Missile Crisis, and questions how press coverage could influence policy and market reactions.
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Senate to Face Challenge of Matching House Reforms
The article outlines Democratic reforms in the 94th Congress aimed at openness and accountability. It details changes to committee power, chair selection by caucus vote, on record secret ballots, and speaker nominations for Rules Committee, signaling a shift from seniority to election and transparency.
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Economic Gloom Spreads Across Ten Nations
Global markets reel as downturn widens with affiliated organizations in ten nations reporting slumps. Analysts warn of synchronized slowdown affecting trade, investment, and employment while policymakers consider stimulus actions.
Gallup Poll Shows Public Mood on 1975 Employment and Prices
Gallup field staff surveyed national samples in the United States from December 6 to 9, 1974. Adults were asked if 1975 would bring full employment or rising unemployment, and whether prices would rise or fall, with results reflecting long running international polls.
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Sunshine law debate rises in Ohio Senate
In Columbus Ohio discussion grows on a state sunshine law to open all government business to public view. Senate Rules Committee may move toward full open meetings with leaders and allies backing broader transparency beyond current open only by two thirds vote.
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Longer Christmas breaks strain students and parents
Washington column argues colleges cut costs by extending winter recess, keeping students home from December to February. Parents complain higher tuition and fuel costs, while students camping at home trigger disputes over household duties and college responsibility.
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UN Assembly faces irrelevance amid South Africa Arafat row
The piece argues the General Assembly risks becoming useless as it weighs credential disputes over South Africa and its invitation to Arafat. It notes past expulsions and warns that endorsing new representatives harms UN constitutional order, signaling a potential withdrawal of South Africa and a shrinking role for the UN.
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Rental Housing Scarcity Grows As New Construction Slumps
AP Business analysis notes a sharp drop in multiunit housing starts and rising costs push builders away from long term rental projects. Higher fuel and maintenance prices encourage conversion to ownership, reducing available rental units nationwide.
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