Ford reshuffles top team to sharpen national security
President Ford unveiled a new security lineup naming Henry Kissinger as secretary of state with Donald Rumsfeld moving to defense and George Bush heading the CIA. Brent Scowcroft becomes presidential assistant for national security affairs, while James R. Schlesinger exits as secretary of defense. Elliott Richardson to Commerce and Richard Cheney to run White House staff. Rockefeller declines 1976 running mate bid.
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Bob” Haldeman
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Richardson named to 4th cabinet post
Elliot Richardson, former Nixon aide who quit during the Saturday Night Massacre, is Ford’s nominee for secretary of commerce. If confirmed, the Harvard-educated lawyer would become the nation’s first to hold four Cabinet posts, after serving as ambassador to Great Britain and other roles. He said he was honored and regretted leaving his London post.
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End of the age of Kissinger era in White House
White House officials say President Ford has curtailed Henry Kissinger in the Oval Office shifting power away from Kissinger. Kissinger will have at most one weekly meeting with Ford, no solo sessions, and future talks will include Donald Rumsfeld and George Bush as CIA director.
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Reagan Hurt by Rockefeller Move Signals GOP Shift
Washington Republicans excluding Ford say Nelson Rockefeller's withdrawal helps Ford beat Ronald Reagan in 1976. Ford refused to judge Rockefeller's decision, insisting he did not solicit or urge retirement, while insiders warn the move complicates a conservative challenge to Ford. Reagan called the development astounding as conservatives brace for the nomination race.
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Inside: Ford’s “my guys” and Rockefeller note
In a multi page roundup the World section notes Ford calling allies his guys while Connally critiques Rockefeller withdrawal. It highlights Beirut barricades and editorial takes on the Sunday Night Massacre.
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George D. Aiken
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New York
John Hubbard
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Eagles
John Randolph
Anthony Davis
Canada
Bennington
Meris Eggert
Senate shakeup under scrutiny drives Rumsfeld bid
The Senate Armed Services Committee will closely review Ford's national security reshuffle and the firing of James Schlesinger and William Colby. Sen. Leahy voiced concern that dissent within the administration may be stifled, elevating Henry Kissinger's influence in foreign policy debates.
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Hillside Junior High Program Faces Future Debate
Mt Anthony Union School Board panel assessed the Hillside off site program housed at Second Congregational Church. Teachers praised the flexible close knit 'house' setup but warned of energy demands and planning costs. Overcrowding at the main building and rent concerns cloud continuation prospects.
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James Colvin
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Marion Smith
Barth Vander Els
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