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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1975
Page
4
The 1975 federal deficit reached 44.2 billion, the largest peacetime shortfall since 1945, with economists projecting an $84 billion deficit for the current year. The rapid growth risks inflation and recession. lawmakers cite spending vetoes, while officials warn deficits could hit 125 billion in two years if unchecked. Fiscal 1976 remains uncertain as calls for stricter discipline grow.
Louis Harris summarizes national attitudes after Watergate with 56 to 23 percent opposition to hard line on communism and 64 to 12 percent rejection of HEW-backed busing. Voters favor tax restraint, more quality over quantity, and open government while rejecting isolationism and easy promises.
Jack Anderson and Les Whitten argue politicians routinely mislead to cover mistakes and corruption. The column cites past ITT CIA plots against Allende and FBI CIA dossier claims, noting sworn testimony now confirms schemes and secret files exist.
Anthony Lewis argues British libel and press laws show tighter controls on publishers and official secrecy. He notes contempt rules, confidence law, and limits on government information, contrasting with First Amendment protections and U.S. traditions of robust public discussion.
Washington Scene argues widespread disillusionment with government, business, and unions amid a culture of neophilia. It notes the civil rights era, inflation, war, court-led social shifts, and the need for balanced leadership combining reform and stability.
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