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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1975
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The piece critiques Ford’s veto of a construction union bill seen as protections by Republicans, and analyzes his stance on an energy compromise. It argues compromise favors imports over conservation, warns of higher costs and foreign oil dependence, and stresses risks of policy shaped by political polling rather than principle.
The piece notes aides push back on Gerald Ford being seen as clumsy amid public photos of his falls. They argue his image matters less than his handling of unemployment and foreign policy, with voters judging leaders by tangible results like falling unemployment and stronger economy.
In a city wide argument over Angola aid the Kissinger line faces opposition that argues U.S. power should not be used frivolously. Critics warn of Russian, Chinese and Middle East perceptions and question covert support versus open debate while noting post Vietnam and Watergate shifts in foreign policy power away from the presidency.
Washington opinion piece argues tennis popularity mirrors sex with casual matches lacking passion. The author champions monotennis, claiming long rivalries forge true hostility and emotional stakes, while casual play yields only passing pique.
A Vermont reader questions if electric bills reflect defective GE nuclear fuel rods at Vermont Yankee. State officials say settlement terms are proprietary, hindering ratepayer cost clarity. Hearings on rate hikes resume January 5 with public impact noted.
A family gathering on Christmas morning settles into playful chaos and creative gifts. Grandchildren entertain with homemade crafts and printing projects while adults swap Vermont politics, recipes, and books. The day ends with a late movie as the TV finally comes on.
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