Optimism in coal industry sparks political stakes
Stonie Barker of Island Creek Coal Co. voiced optimism at the National Coal Association convention in Hot Springs Va about a growth boom ahead despite long standing industry woes. Allen Pack echoed the upbeat tone while the coal sector faces union, transport, foreign competition and demand challenges. Separately Sen. Alan Cranston gains straw votes in Wisconsin and Alabama signaling evolving dynamics in the Democratic race. Mondale reacts to Cranston’s tactics by prioritizing a nuclear freeze, while facing questions on front runner status and labor ties. Polls show Mondale trailing Glenn, with prospects hinging on left support and possible black Democratic candidacy.
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Russian moles in CIA threaten U.S. security says psychiatrist
A Washington area psychiatrist claims Soviet moles have penetrated the CIA and says someone is trying to kill him after he reported the threat. He alleges CIA suppression and vows the danger extends to both sides, with the FBI warning Kremlin espionage is aggressive and widespread.
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Virginia
Buckley on Discipline in America’s Schools
William F Buckley argues discipline is foundational to education noting rising costs fail to ensure quality. He cites New York City high school incidents at Shea Stadium, where chaos and violence revealed weak sanctions and parental absence as core problems. He questions Congressional action to strengthen parental and teacher resolve to restore order.
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Ray Cromley More Talk Than Action On Budget Deficit
An economist notes how balancing the federal budget seems elusive as deficits near a trillion dollars total. He compares it to early frigate construction where districts secured votes, arguing even large cuts or tax rises would risk harming districts and reelection prospects. The piece analyzes political feasibility and the dilemma of trimming defense or other programs.
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Defense
King seeks free access to FBI files on her late husband
Coretta Scott King fights paying 237 dollars to view FBI surveillance files. She argues under FOIA the records should be free when public benefit is clear, planning to place them with the King Center in Atlanta. The dispute highlights tensions over government secrecy and civil rights history.
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