Notable quotes from Job and Spinoza on truth
The lines compare divine certainty with human discernment. Job 36 4 praises perfect knowledge beside us, while Benedict Spinoza argues true discernment requires a clear understanding of truth and falsehood.
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Ford’s Stevens Nomination Rests On Merit Not Politics
President Ford’s move to nominate John Paul Stevens to the Supreme Court is praised as a solid, centrist choice. The choice is seen as a judge’s judge with broad respect, avoiding politicization or gender/ethnic pressure from any quarter.
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Justice Dept Sues APA Over Drug Price Advertising Rules
The Justice Department sues the American Pharmaceutical Association and the Michigan State Association arguing that their anti advertising rules for prescription drug prices violate antitrust law. FTC research suggests price advertising could save consumers hundreds of millions annually and increase competition. The piece also touches on health costs and broader social issues.
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Michigan State Association
Federal Trade Commission
Jackson Campaign Quietly Packs Banking Firepower
George F Will argues Henry Jackson lacks spark but has solid funding under new campaign finance limits. He notes Jackson's early fundraising success, the impact of the $1000 contribution cap, and compares rivals Carter Wallace Kennedy in a volatile 1970s primary landscape.
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Edward Kennedy
George Wallace
Hubert Humphrey
Ackson
Yeats
Hare
Tortoise Jackson
George McGovern
New Hampshire
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Ford
Jimmy Carter
New York
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Wallace as VP on Democratic ticket sparks 1970s debate
William L. Rusher analyzes a scenario where George Wallace could be nominated as vice president by Democrats in Madison Square Garden. He notes potential blocs, the risk of a left-wing bolt, and the party’s readiness to adapt if Wallace's sizable delegate support materializes.
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What Is Really Going On In Chile
William F Buckley argues the United Nations scrutiny of Chile ignores broader abuses. He cites Moynihan’s UN speech contrasting Chile with South Africa and Cuba, noting selective attention to human rights and press freedom. He asks why the left directs world focus at Chile while other regimes escape similar censure.
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Stephen Spender
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International Press Institute
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Rockefeller's Ticket Scrutiny Affects Ford Campaign
Analysis suggests if Rockefeller had resigned a New York budget scandal inquiry might have caused political embarrassment. The piece notes Rockefeller's role in the Urban Development Corp and potential witness status before the Moreland Commission. It argues the timing of his exit would ease Ford’s campaign pressures and reduce New York guilt, with implications for the 1970s political landscape.
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Agnew's downfall reshaped Nixon's White House plan
An exposé from sources close to Agnew and Nixon outlines how Agnew's bribery investigations and Nixon’s fear of a Democrat replacing him influenced high level moves. Colson’s notes claim Nixon pushed Connally for the ticket, then turned to Gerald Ford as a replacement after Connally came under probe.
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Skinner Challenges City Power and Urban Relevance
In a speech to the American Psychological Association, psychologist B F Skinner questions the vitality of cities and asks if urban life remains necessary. He suggests a need to reassess the role of cities amid widespread issues.
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