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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1978
Page
4
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A 1978 column argues Howard Jarvis could trigger a national tax revolt similar to Prop 13, with plans to spread reform beyond California. It contrasts Jarvis and Ralph Nader as catalysts, notes public demand to curb government waste, and questions Carter’s vague “hold the line” spending stance. The piece links Johnson’s 1960s inflationary boom to current fiscal concerns and questions Carter’s follow‑through.
William L. Rusher argues that California Proposition 13 signals a likely political wave toward substantial tax reductions. He urges state constitutional amendments guided by measured, rifle-like limits, warns against plebiscitary democracy, and highlights the need for careful drafting by the National Tax Limitation Committee. The piece contrasts liberal criticisms with conservative cautions on direct popular control and future legislative and federal reform.
California sparked protests as Tax Revolt supporters cheered a rallying call for fiscal restraint and reform. Democrats resist, fearing consequences for middle income families, while Republicans push for relief. The debate centers on Proposition 13 and a cap on federal taxation amid rising social costs.
The article critiques Allen Weinstein's Perjury book and Richard Rovere's review of Whittaker Chambers. It argues that Chambers lied about Hiss’s espionage ties, while downplaying Chambers’ youthful thefts and alleged sexuality, noting authorial bias and historical reassessment in a provocative commentary.
A litany of liberal critics in Repudiating Chambers argues anti-Communism obsession defined him. The piece contrasts Chambers with King Kennedy and Eisenhower while praising Chambers as a profound writer whose Witness influenced Arlene Croce.
Five American prisoners in Turkish jails could be repatriated if the U.S. embargo on arms to Turkey is lifted. reporter Jack Anderson details Turkish prison life, including guard brutality and mafia influence, and describes visits by U.S. consular officers.
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