Mobilization in China Follows Cultural Revolution Observations
L A Times and Washington Post analysis notes China’s regime mobilizes people through communes and indoctrination. The piece recounts a snow cleanup in Peking showing widespread participation, plus slogans and limited liberalization fears. It cites Mao era upheavals, purge rumors, and the need for U S China dialogue after Nixon’s breakthrough.
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Nanking Yangtze Bridge Stands as Iron Promise and Weakness
Joseph Kraft observes the Nanking Yangtze Bridge as a monumental self built project completed in 1968 with no foreign help. The bridge spans nearly a mile of river, rises 500 feet, and carries 100 trains daily on a four lane highway. Kraft notes the display of national pride amid underlying regional economic divides and logistical challenges.
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China guided tour notes internal strife over bridge project
A traveler’s account cites bitter disputes during the construction of a central bridge in China. Debates ranged from top roadway width to arch versus graded approaches and flag mosaics, implicating national leaders and Liu Shao-chi. The piece underscores ongoing challenges to China's political stability amid modernization.
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Taiwan Independence: A Call for Chiang to Recognize Reality
William F. Buckley Jr argues that Taiwan has governed itself for 23 years and should seek formal secession and international recognition. He contends the United States must reassess its China policy, withdraw military commitments from Taiwan, and support a de facto and de jure independent Taiwan if Chiang Kai-shek will concede to reality.
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Indiana Senate Recount Upholds State Election Rights
The Supreme Court ruled Indiana may set its recount procedures for federal elections, overturning a federal court challenge. The Hartke Roudebush contest centered on state control of recounts, with the Court affirming state authority and leaving Senate acceptance or rejection open.
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Pessimistic View on UN China Admission and Vietnam War
James Hill writes from Nelsonville weighing fear of espionage and loss of allies as China joins the UN vote, criticizing Nixon Kissinger travels, and doubting South Vietnam elections. He predicts US credit for ending Indochina may go to Eisenhower and expresses lasting pessimism about the era.
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Paper Tigress Calls for GOP Women Challengers
Rep Bella Abzug urges support for Republican women candidates in traditionally Republican districts as a test to expand female legislative representation. She frames GOP women in vulnerable districts as key to increasing women in Congress.
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