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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1971
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 argues high taxes do not curb wealth as loopholes allow big earners to pay little. It cites IRS data showing about 300 taxpayers with over $200,000 income paying zero tax due to municipal bonds and notes growth in millionaires by 200 percent from 1962 to 1969. It highlights top earners shifting to professionals in science and tech and Horatio Alger stories thriving with advanced degrees.
Guest editorial reflects on Whitney M. Young Jr. National Urban League leader who died at 49 in Nigeria. From New Rochelle to Harlem and General Motors, his strategy to work within the power structure to create jobs and economic openings for Black Americans is examined. He faced charges of moderation from militants yet pursued results.
The excerpt recalls Whitney Young balancing militant action with negotiation in the civil rights struggle. It notes the need for both street pressure and strategic inside planning, and observes that his death ends a crucial leadership role in shaping the movement’s course.
Editor notes praise the Arlingon Eagles for a thrilling Saturday victory in Burlington securing state championship. Commentary rails at gas tax debate and bottle ban while profiling big Ed Muskie’s evolving presidential plans and advisory help from Sargent Shriver Norman Cousins and Edward Kennedy faction.
The article profiles Maine Senator Edmund Muskie as a calm, capable figure whose career path from governor to senator shaped his cautious yet steady rise. It notes the pressures of potential presidential consideration in 1968, his self described uncertainty about power, and growing national scrutiny on his decisions, staff, and issues as he contemplates future leadership.
In a St Patrick's Day tone the author argues the Irish are famed for humor bravery and generosity rather than scholarly feats. He cites Chesterton Campbell and OBrien anecdotes and recalls Irish soldiers in World War II Cairo, noting a long history of resilience and wit.
In New York, Nixon seeks negotiation with the Soviet Union as Brandt’s Poland moves toward a new regime. The 24 Party Congress looms, and Brezhnev’s health and leadership are uncertain. The article cites gerrymandering in Central Asia and a cautious, indecisive Soviet stance hindering any breakthrough in arms talks or Eastern bloc diplomacy.
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