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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1982
Page
5
The page presents various editorial and political opinions. Except for the column directly below, these items do not necessarily reflect the newspaper's views.
A concise moral reflection cites Proverbs on the consequences of evil deeds and lack of discipline. It emphasizes that the wicked man is ensnared by sin and doomed by folly, warning against moral neglect and its ultimate downfall.
The column argues Teddy Kennedy cannot win the presidency citing Chappaquiddick and fears of assassination. It questions motives in postponing a run and notes Kennedy’s appeal in Massachusetts while doubting national support. It contrasts US Border Patrol and Soviet border troops, noting immigration pressures and tighter security in the USSR under Andropov and Fedorchuk.
An interview with William F Buckley Jr debates the Peacekeeper MX program. Buckley argues it aims to deter but criticizes the name as provocative. He discusses redundancy, delivery, and disarmament, noting the ultimate goal of perpetual peace and UN involvement.
In a critique of bipartisan jobs bills, the authors argue that government spending cannot create lasting employment. They claim deficits redistribute unemployment rather than cure it, with high costs per job, bureaucratic lag, and potential mismatches between projects and skills. The piece cites Keynesian logic and inflationary origins, urging realignment of production costs and prices instead. Peter Germanis of Heritage and Peter McKenzie of Clemson coauthor.
The piece notes Puerto Rico's return to widespread poverty with 23 percent unemployment, a double mainland rate, and over half of residents on food stamps costing taxpayers over a billion dollars yearly. It convicts food stamps for stifling local farming and argues for cash relief and more state control over programs.
The push to bury a Vietnam unknown at Arlington National Cemetery spurs conflict among officials and lawmakers. Pentagon officials favor selecting and interring one of four Hawaiian remains, but Caspar Weinberger vetoed the plan. Rep. William Goodling presses for expedited action. Pentagon sources say no burial will occur, while Marsh and allies press on. Also, State Department aims to improve Zia ul Haq’s image and press Pakistan for a $7 million embassy indemnity.
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