Monsoons Begin as Paris Talks Return to Focus
The monsoon season slows the planned North Vietnamese drive on Hue Kontum and Am Loc as Hanoi Kissinger and Porter pursue renewed peace talks in Paris. Porters new instructions and Thuy return signal possible resumption of formal negotiations ahead of the October monsoon deadline.
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Oil Crisis Exposes Shifting Loyalties in Middle East
The article argues Iraq’s nationalization of oil and regional support for it threaten US Soviet detente. It notes the Soviet Union’s acquisition of seized oil, potential shifts in global oil dependency, and the risk of increased US imports by the 1980s while oil remains a central tool of economic power.
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McGovern Faces Tough NY Delegate Battle Ahead of June Primary
New York Democrats fear high delegate targets as McGovern campaigns for 1972 nomination. With no clear rival on the ballot, observers warn the 225 to 250 delegate goal could be optimistic while party insiders fret over uncommitted districts and Brooklyn political maneuvering. McGovern’s ground effort includes 130 state volunteers and palm cards, yet internal doubts persist about New York party leaders’ motives and the primary’s unusual rules.
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Writing On The Wind By Russell Kirk And The Radio Move
The author notes his 4000th column since 1962 and plans a weekly NPR program All Things Considered. He reflects on the value, influence, and limits of writing and broadcasting, citing readers remarks, book sales, and pressures of sensationalism versus conscience.
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H. G. Wells
Buckley Assesses Ashbrook Challenge to Nixon in 1972 Race
William F Buckley Jr argues Ashbrook, a Taft conservative, failed to rattle Nixon due to funding limits and Zeitgeist dynamics. He notes Ashbrook’s sincerity and potential to shape GOP positions if Nixon shifts, while detailing polling and demographic realities of the primary battles.
Arms build-up continues as budgets stay intact
In a Bit O Erin Bar and Grill discussion a political thinker claimed his bias was completely objective while noting the arms build-up must persist. The remark highlights ongoing debates over defense spending and neutrality.
Tax Inequities in Federal and Local Taxes Raise Burden
A Washington like critique reports 77 billion dollars vanishing annually from federal taxes due to loopholes favoring the rich. It notes local property taxes often hit homeowners harder than wealthy corporations, with Senator Ed Muskie examining nationwide inequities including Indiana where steel firms receive breaks while homeowners are short changed.
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Meany Kennedy talk sparks labor hopes to block McGovern
Washington reports describe a secret May meeting between AFL CIO leader George Meany and Sen. Edward Kennedy amid rumors Meany urged Kennedy to run for president to thwart McGovern. Kennedy reportedly did not commit, fueling cautious labor belief a Kennedy bid could derail McGovern while policy gaps and personal ties shape the stance.
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