Priceless Wisdom Echoed From Ancient Texts
The note links the ruby to the High Priest's Breast Plate and cites biblical references about wisdom exceeding rubies. It mentions the Old Testament repeatedly, highlighting the phrase for the price of wisdom is above rubies and inviting reflection on value and virtue.
Henry Kissinger Stands Convicted as a Blundering Idiot
A reader column argues that Nixon and Kissinger failed during the 1973 74 oil crisis. It claims Arab leaders were stunned by Western acquiescence, while Kissinger refused Saudi offers to sell oil publicly. The piece labels Kissinger a blundering idiot and criticizes his handling of the crisis.
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Iran
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White House
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Henry
OPEC
Henry Kissinger
Would Teddy Be Easy To Beat
A political op ed argues conservatives overreact in fearing a Carter defeat and warns opposing him may boost Teddy Kennedy. The piece questions leadership prospects within the Democratic Party, notes Kennedy’s broad popularity, and warns against simplistic forecasts of a Reagan era victory.
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White House
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Crane
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Government breaks the law on civil rights
Victor Lasky cites M Stanton Evans arguing the Civil Rights Act of 1964 has been ignored for a decade. He notes quotas and racial balance in schools and in hiring are pursued by federal courts and agencies, fueling turmoil and busing controversies nationwide.
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Victor Lasky
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
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Lawmakers Fight Quotas and Oil Price Politics
The piece argues quotas and racial balance policies violate the 1964 Civil Rights Act as Sen. Orrin Hatch cites legislative history to condemn affirmative action. It contends Nixon Kissinger failed to curb oil price rises in 1973 74, detailing CIA notes about the shah of Iran behind the oil gauge and U S attempts to pressure Saudi Arabia and OPEC to restrain prices.
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Richard Nixon
Henry Kissinger
United States
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Iran
Shah
Nixon
West Germany
Japan
Saudi Arabia
James Akins
U.S
CIA
Minen
Kadina
Ahmed Zaki Yamani
OPEC
Simon
Riyadh
Burns
Tehran
Kissinger
Sis
Alaska land versus Alaska statehood policy clash
Paul Harvey reports Alaska faces a policy clash as National Monuments and Park Service actions fence off access. He cites large privately owned land share, vast mineral reserves, and stalled development while arguing Americans fund oil imports and offshore holdings. Walter Hickel criticizes federal policing of vast tracts and a sense of colonial subjugation. Public sentiment features bumper stickers and calls to revoke Carter’s approach.
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Alaska
OPEC
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Interior
National Park Service
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By Jeff MacNelly