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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1976
Page
4
A November vote and January inauguration create a prolonged handoff. President Ford remains in office until January 20 and every major decision is scrutinized by both outgoing and incoming administrations. President elect Carter faces similar pressures as he reviews the completed budget and prepares to set his policies.
The piece argues that youths face uncertainty about future studies and work plans and that the belief in universal college attendance is under attack. It emphasizes diverse societal roles, noting not everyone should or must pursue higher education and that vocational training should aim to fit individuals to their best-suited niche for satisfaction.
Russell Baker discusses the Carter era shift as Amy Carter attends a Washington public school, turning the dinner party question about schools into a political symbol. The piece notes how public vs private schooling signals social position and influence, affecting dinner conversation and power dynamics in Washington.
The Journal invites signed letters with a street address and town. Letters should stay under 300 words and be typed on one side. The paper supports free expression but views stated are not necessarily endorsed by The Journal.
Washington revelations reveal a 20 million loss from the chrome sale tied to the Nixon era stockpile. Metallurg Inc. bought 803,526 tons at 7.64 a ton, far below the 35.35 market, draining stockpile levels while prices soar overseas. A top secret NSC study warned stockpile cuts risk future shortages and subsidies benefit foreign processing.
President Ford leaves a cooperative transition as Carter prepares to assume office. Carter praises Ford's courtesy and may invite him to serve in the new administration. The piece notes unprecedented civility in this turnover and compares it with earlier inaugurations, suggesting a British style handover and highlighting mutual restraint and dignity.
Anthony Lewis reports on the Carter transition team, highlighting Barbara Blum and Jack Watson as young, idealistic staffers. The piece notes their nonconfrontational stance, aims to provide cabinet briefing materials, and questions how power will affect their low key approach over time.
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