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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1972
Page
4
The editorial analyzes public opinion polls facing a grueling political battle, noting how polls mispredicted George McGovern and George Wallace in primaries. It argues polls remain common despite questions about their scientific reliability given the large eligible electorate and small sample sizes.
Virginia Payette surveys political marriages as power politics strain unions. Washington wives face seven year itch and Potomac fever with some opting for public confrontation while others cope in private. Notable cases include Martha and John, Ellen Proximite, McCloskey, Tunney, and Kennedy family spouses.
The piece describes Maine and Texas women pushing for more female representation at state conventions and for inclusion in delegate selection. It notes mixed success, with Yale professor Dr. John Baker reporting no grounds for formal challenges and Texas women facing a similar outcome in Miami.
Washington insiders reveal a pattern where Agriculture Department roles align with Florida tomato growers to restrict Mexican vine ripened tomatoes. Observers say sessions are closed while transcripts show growers seek higher profits by eliminating competition. Senate investigation by Frank Moss is likely. First class travel by cabinet officials under Nixon is criticized as wasteful.
Column humorously imagines a Maclean Prize for a lone sailor in a small boat to sail around the world backward non stop. The piece riffs on extreme feats and prize incentives while noting the dangers and public entertainment value.
Washington reflects on Minnesota as a volatile chapter in 1972 politics. The June 10 platform backing marijuana legalization draft evasion amnesty and homosexual marriage sparked broad GOP and union backlash, undermining McGovern’s national bid and threatening Democratic gains.
Russell Kirk argues against a broad women's rights amendment noting equal rights exist and practical careers matter more. He contends law offers strong future demand, praises Portia as a model, and suggests measures like dedicated women’s law colleges while cautioning against quotas.
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