ASAT weapons drive reshapes SDI debate in US arms policy
The piece argues that despite a congressional ban on testing anti satellite weapons, Defense Dept officials push to proceed, linking ASAT development to the Star Wars SDI program. It warns of an ASAT arms race, satellite vulnerability, and destabilizing strategic dynamics between the United States and the Soviet Union. Tom Wicker notes.
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Editorial: Amtrak cutbacks may be survivable with subsidies
The editorial argues Congress rightly funded Amtrak at 616 million for 1986 but cut the subsidy by about 10 percent. It notes service reductions on Chicago-Detroit Washington-Atlanta-New Orleans and Chicago-Salt Lake City-Seattle starting Jan 12 while pledging some service on all 24 000 miles. It credits cost cuts and wage freezes for keeping operations and urges further steps toward a balanced budget without broader spending cuts.
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Seattle
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Sagging coal industry faces bleak 1986 outlook
West Virginia industry leaders Gary White and others warn 1986 coal production and mining jobs will struggle. The National Coal Association predicts higher western output but a drop east of the Mississippi from 974 million tons to 572 million. Advocates urge funding for clean coal tech and repeal of diesel underground mine bans to boost efficiency and safety amid regional economic impact.
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National Coal Association
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Letter Writers Challenge Policy and Personal Views
A series of letters criticizes U S Nicaragua policy and Contra aid while urging respect for neutrality law. LeighAnne McGuire and Rev Vergie Hamm share views on tobacco advertising, alcohol harms, and community support for the East River Mountain Area Helpline. They urge opposition to Contra aid, caution about morality, and call for local funding to sustain Helpline services.
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Women’s Resource Center
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Helpline
Public letters policy for The Daily Telegraph
Our readers are invited to send letters on public interest matters. Letters must be concise and include the writer's signature, address, and telephone number to be considered for publication.
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Scrooge’s Redemption Through George C. Scott at NBC
Russell Baker reviews George C. Scott's performance as Ebenezer Scrooge in a recent television presentation. He credits Scott with deepening Scrooge beyond a cartoon villain and argues genuine generosity requires time and gradual learning, not instant transformation.
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