Vermont takeover by youth and minorities in political fantasy
An editorial questions federal state relations in 1971 and notes reform delays. It highlights a Yale law idea proposing a peaceful takeover of Vermont by younger, diverse demographics to shift electoral balance, plus similar prospects for nine other small states. The piece ends with a provocative line about tracking children.
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Advisory Commission On Intergovernmental Relations
Paul
Rome
Robert E. Merriam
Chicago
Congress
Minnesota
California Supreme Court
Merriam
Advisory Commission
Yale Law School
James F. Blumstein
James Phelan
Vermont
Richard Pollak
Playboy
Green Mountain
Supreme Court
Blumstein
Phelan
Alaska
Wyoming
Nevada
Delaware
North Dakota
South Dakota
Montana
Idaho
New Hampshire
Pollak
Pfizer, Inc
Pfizer
Pfizer Laboratories
J.A. Veveda
Consumer Protection Agency
Federal Trade Commission
Veveda
Defusing the Baby Bomb Aims in Birth Control Debate
Paul Harvey reports on global and U S efforts to defuse population growth. He notes rising abortion and sterilization rates and cites Dr Donald Bogue of the University of Chicago predicting zero population growth in the United States within 15 years and global zero growth within a generation. The piece surveys birth control progress across nations and critiques political stances while highlighting statistics from New York State and Poland.
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His-And-Hers
Birmingham
England
New York State
United States
Nixon
Office of Population Education
Donald Bogue
University of Chicago
Inov
Wemex
College of
Yugoslavia
Poland
Russia
East Germany
Japan
Taiwan
Pakistan
Turkey
Bogue
War, patriotism, and vetoed unity in a Cape Cod letter
Biddeford writer Michael Guignard argues that Ho Chi Minh’s bid to unify Vietnam mirrors Washington’s drive to unite the colonies. He cites Ho’s independence, contrasts it with Britain’s colonial role, and notes American dissenters who opposed Vietnam. He also defends public debate and Kissinger’s imputed transparency.
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Mr. Morissette
George Washington
Ho Chi Minh
Vietnam
Bao Dai
Riviera
Republic of
South Vietnam
United States
Patrick Henry
Richard Henry Lee
Washington United
Bernard
Hutchinson
Ben Franklin
Simpy
George III
Canada
Navy
Air Force
Coast Guard
U.S
George McGovern
Hanoi
National Liberation Front
Paris
Nixon
Kissinger
McGovern
NLF
Michael Guignard Biddeford
Global corporate power rises at Versailles conclave
Washington based columnist reports that major multinational barons gathered in Versailles to shape policies affecting over 100 nations. ITT and other conglomerates wield vast influence, sometimes rivaling governments, with examples from ITT operations to oil giants and a corporate UN vibe in symposiums.
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Jack Anderson
Washington
World
Versailles
France
ITT
Salvadore Allende
Chile
Bolivia
Ecuador
Indonesia
Iran
Libya
Saudi Arabia
Persian Gulf
National Petroleum Council
Washington News on Midincome Voters and Democratic Delays
Washington analysis outlines how middle income voters feel bamboozled by political promises. It notes distrust of politicians, concerns over urban problems and taxes, and splits in Democratic focus from aiding the poor to addressing the rising middle class. The piece cites McGovern aide and Lawrence O'Brien on voter alienation and shifting loyalties.
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Bruce Biossat
NEA
Washington
Democratic Party
Democrats
Muskie
George McGovern
McGovern
Lawrence F. O’brien
Census Bureau
U.S
George Wallace
Wallace
Pat Caddell
O'Brien
O’brien
Edmund Muskie
Three Minutes A Day By Scott Cross Fighter Turned Counselor
Scott Cross began as a New Jersey police officer, served time for burglary, then counseled ex convicts through the Fortune Society. After eight years in various roles, he reflects on rehabilitation, housing hurdles, and the need for honest work. He cites a biblical line urging constructive labor and denounces recidivism driven by barred housing and jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott Cross
New Jersey
Teaneck
Cross
Yardville Reformatory
Fortune Society
Mr. Cross
Mhaei U
Be Inconspicuous The Maclean Charge For 1972 Graduates
Washington humorist notes the class of 1972 faces limited prospects as riots fade. He jokes about delaying graduation, reforming prisons, and channeling energy into harmless pursuits while lauding universities and presidents who push students forward. The piece ends with election chatter and pop culture quips.
The Tragedy of Ulster and Britain’s Surrender
Washington views Britain's move in Northern Ireland as appeasement that betrays democracy. The author warns IRA violence will persist, condemns appeasement, and argues the action undermines constitutional government and risks wider conflict.
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William
White
Washington
Munich
Great Britain
Northern Ireland
Ulster
Heath
Irish Republican Army
Irish Republic
IRA
Southern Ireland
Pse
Britain
Morning Coffee Story Heads Inspiring Chat About Brews
A simple morning tale centers on a listener who recalls another person’s vivid coffee tale. The anecdote underscores how a catchy description can enhance the perception of a beverage.
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New York
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