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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1976
Page
5
On the 28th in Maine the amended Freedom of Access Law becomes active after 90 days, aiming to open public policy processes. It mandates open meetings when public funds or policy are involved, requires prompt notice, and allows open sessions when sought by those investigated, while noting flaws that private labor talks may remain closed unless both sides agree.
A Maine House delegation from York County states they supported a pay increase for state employees, affecting about 80 percent of workers, but 101 votes were required and could not be reached. They blame public employee union leaders and certain legislators for opposing the measure. Signed by Rep. Philip Berry, Rep. Lena Durgin, Rep. J.P. Marcel Lizotte, Rep. Edward Mackel, and Rep. James K. McMahon.
A confidential federal study suggests General Motors influenced White House decisions to scrap the Transbus project, delaying mass transit upgrades for the handicapped. The Urban Mass Transportation Administration hearings are set for May 5 to address the controversy.
Texas analysis by TOM WICKER argues Carter’s Pennsylvania win strengthens his nomination. It examines whether Humphrey could have won Texas delegates, the Bentsen slate influence, and the risk of a stop Carter effort. The piece concludes Humphrey chose wisely to avoid deep party division and aims for unity with Carter.
PAUL HARVEY argues recent Nixon coverage embodies a harsh vendetta against the former president. He examines Bo Callaway's actions as army secretary, concluding no wrongdoing and noting Callaway stepped aside from Ford's campaign. He questions a fairness doctrine chilling investigative reporting.
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