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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner discusses sunset laws to force agencies to justify existence and expire nonessential programs. It cites a Library of Congress report showing 28 of 138 Senate subcommittees did not meet in 1975, with many meeting four times or fewer, urging reform for efficiency.
The piece argues that many subcommittees exist mainly to honor seniority, drawing staff and attention away from crises. Some panels never met last year including FBI oversight and social security financing, suggesting sunset laws as a cure. It advocates spreading chairmanships and pruning excesses to improve Congress.
Opinion writers condemn President Ford's veto of a bill to fund state day care programs to meet federal standards. They argue the veto misreads the law and weakens protections, noting the bill aimed to help states reach mandated levels using federal funds.
The piece notes a veto override will raise welfare expenditures while expanding day care. Ann Klein of New Jersey cites 29 000 employed, saving 100 million in public funds for a 30 million cost. Illinois projections warn day care enrollment dropping from 40 000 to 5 000, increasing welfare reliance.
Carter’s “ethnic purity” comment draws protests from black supporters and risks unraveling his Southern appeal. The article argues his stance on housing and school integration must show national commitment beyond regional politics, or risk alienating black voters and white moderates.
A Vermont reminiscence on building small farm ponds guided by Soil Conservation Service lessons. The piece warns that many ponds failed due to poor design and weak spillways, emphasizes proper site choice, water sources, and professional consultation with SCS and the Fish and Game Department, and notes the rewards of successful ponds with spring runoff and trout.
A Reader's Digest piece argues that private enterprise fails to solve the nation's energy problem. It cites oil imports, reliance on petrochemicals, and past shifts from trolley to bus service as proof that profits drive energy choices. The author urges government takeover to secure social good and defend against energy shortages.
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