Proverbs Emphasize Wisdom Over Foolish Sport
A reflective verse contrasts folly with disciplined conduct, noting that fools treat wrongdoing as sport while the understanding person finds wisdom a true pleasure. The message centers on moral restraint and prudent behavior.
No Real Defense at Monument Sparks Nuclear Threat Debate
Two men drove a truck to the Washington Monument claiming 1000 pounds of dynamite as a protest. Police ended the threat and experts warned that such devices could devastate major cities, though this incident caused no harm. The piece argues authorities cannot fully prevent future catastrophic attacks and urges restraint from extremists.
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Teddy Kennedy Won't Run for President in 1984
William F Buckley argues Teddy Kennedy delays his bid, citing Carter's defeats and Kennedy's persistence. The piece weighs loyalty to a Kennedy dynasty against political risk, noting Nixon's prophecy and the impact on Democratic orthodoxy and American politics.
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Reagan Fans Dimmed by Pipeline Sanctions Reversal
M Stanton Evans reports that Reagan’s decision to lift exports sanctions on the Liberian pipeline has left core anti communist backers despondent. Critics warn of broader diplomatic reversals and uncertain allied responses amid shifts on SALT II Taiwan and El Salvador policy.
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Fear of Nuclear Energy In American Debate
Paul Harvey argues for peaceful nuclear energy and against fear driven by potential accidents. He cites McCracken's book, compares radiation exposure to everyday sources, and notes that coal kills far more annually. He also questions moral distinctions in war and urges avoiding nuclear conflict while honoring traditional decisions to draft.
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How to Tell a VIP From Bureaucratic Movers
A Washington guide on judging official importance by office space and furnishings. The piece notes GSA standards level A to C and items like wastebaskets, rugs, dictionaries, and kitchen space as rank clues, with shifts in power reflected by office size and decor. It also references Reagan era human rights scrutiny and State Department guidelines for reporting on civil liberties and political power.
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