National Institute of Education eyed by school chiefs
The American Association of School Administrators pressed for vast reforms at their annual conference in Atlantic City. Commissioner James E. Allen Jr. warned that current educational knowledge is insufficient and that less than 0.4 percent of education spending goes to research. He floated Nixon’s idea of a National Institute of Education staffed by scholars in psychology biology social sciences and humanities to study learning, testing staffing, technology, and local systems.
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Top-Notch Environment Plan Outlined by Nixon
The Plain Dealer notes President Nixon presented a comprehensive environmental program with strong pollution controls and funding. It proposes $1 billion yearly federal grants to cities for four years, plus a $1 billion federal and $6 billion state and local effort for clean water, aiming to accelerate progress and set stricter auto and emission standards. The plan also features waste recycling initiatives and urges bipartisan support for broad environmental reform.
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Desegregation's Funeral Traced in Political Parade
In Cambridge mass a large funeral for school desegregation drew leaders from both parties and drew sharp commentary from liberal and conservative voices. The piece argues desegregation failed to win broad support, notes political realignments, and questions whether a single dream for America remains viable amid ongoing racial tensions and resistance.
Senate Hearings Shift Women Views on Birth Control Pills
Gallup poll analysis after hearings shows a significant shift toward viewing birth control pills as unsafe among American women across age groups and education levels. Despite safety perceptions, majority say pills are an effective contraceptive. opinions on teen access remain divided by age and education, with men more favorable to teenage access than women.
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The Wallace Vote Stage II and the Nixon Era
Buckley analyzes the shifting party landscape noting Democrats drop to 48 percent while Republicans rise. He highlights a Wallace vote segment as voters aligning right of Republicans and examines Cahill’s 1969 New Jersey win as influenced by Nixon and coalition factors. He argues Wallace supporters are people driven by resentment and malice, contrasting with McCarthy supporters.
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Wallace and McCarthy factions shape 1960s voter loyalties
The passage analyzes the Wallace and McCarthy camps, noting Wallace supporters span diverse groups including scholars and flower child segments, while McCarthy draws solid opposition. It argues strategic appeal to Wallace voters to realign with the Republican Party, with New Jersey hints at a possible change in loyalties.
League of Women Voters backs direct popular election plan
Cotters Electoral College Editor notes the League of Women Voters adopted a national position on January 15 favoring direct popular election of the President and Vice President, with a nationwide run off optional if no candidate achieves 40 percent. The piece urges Senate action and public letters to Senator Eastland.
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Mailbag observations on cars doctors and youth in New York
A column reflects on mail, driving 10000 miles yearly, and the search for a parking space. It notes Manhattan's high doctor density, a national doctor shortage of 10000, and a future where most people may be under 15 by 1986. The piece questions worship of youth amid social change.
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Sunday Messenger rates and delivery details
The Sunday Messenger lists pricing: daily and Sunday issues priced 10 cents for weekdays and 2 cents for Sunday. Delivery by carrier with regional routes in Ohio and West Virginia. Mail rates vary by duration and destination, with yearly subscriptions available and entry details noting Athens, Ohio publication.
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