Bell fires Van Dam over election politics in judicial posts
The firing of U S Attorney Philip Van Dam of Detroit by Attorney General Griffin Bell is seen as reflecting political influence in judicial appointments. Bell cites the November election as a primary reason, sparking debate on party politics in federal staffing. Laetrile cancer drug debate remains unresolved with physicians opposing its use while some states push for access.
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Discomfort With Frankenstein Team Stirs Questions
The group expresses no objection to the new genetic research project yet voices unease about medical director Dr. Frankenstein and his assistant Igor. The concerns focus on leadership and oversight rather than the project itself.
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William L. Rusher on lawyers raiding the public trough
In a critical column, William L. Rusher argues that lawyers increasingly tap public funds and taxpayer money. He recalls welfare-era expansion, cites the Federal Legal Services Program funding from 1970 to 1979, and questions the use of taxpayer dollars for liberal causes and legal aid.
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Legal Services Program
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America
Edward Kennedy
Transbus Boosts Access With New Wheelchair Friendly Bus Design
The Transbus, a low floor wide door equipped city bus with a retractable ramp, aims to expand transit for disabled riders and the elderly. DOT Secretary Brock Adams backs the project, with urban mass transit subsidies covering most costs and early delivery targeted for 1981.
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Will Scales Of Justice Tilted By Madison Judge
Washington columnist critiques Madison Wisconsin judge Archie Simonson for lenient handling of a 15-year-old rape case. The piece calls Simonson's view that permissive society causes crime and urges a return to modesty, noting surrounding probes of university town ideas and social trends.
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Retirement Woes Grow Over Early Loss of Senior Officers
Washington reports rising concern in Congress over high ranking officers leaving service in their early 50s. Maj. Gen. John Singlaub, age 54, faces a stalled career despite long combat service and staff roles. Senators Byrd and McClellan urge disclosure of retiring flag officers since Jan. 1, 1970 and ages.
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India
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Lance and McCloskey Stir Public Debate On Pentagon Spending
Bert Lance urges Carter to press Defense for tighter controls after a May memo cites Pentagon overspending including 21 million for electronic gear and 219000 on engineers projects. Rep. Paul McCloskey abandons a stance on a Consumer Protection Agency, while Ralph Nader calls him a double-crosser. GAO discrimination complaints surface as black employees allege bias and supervisor inaction.
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Pete”’ McCloskey
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Freshman to senior status debated by senator
Senator Soaper says it makes little difference if a representative is freshman or senior and notes most act somewhat sophomoric at times. The piece also mentions New Home doctors offering incentive discounts for prompt payment while denying plans for trading stamps or glassware. The Department of Transportation spends $140,000 on a psychological bus-use study to learn why people ride buses.
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