Editorial attacks use of dictatorship claim in Burlington plan
The piece argues against labeling the council-manager plan as dictatorial, accusing opponents of relying on scare tactics rather than facts. It asserts supporters base views on concrete evidence and warns opponents haven t adequately examined the plan.
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Burlington
Gathering Public Debate Mirrors Past Global Turmoil
The author notes intensified public discussions and blame in recent weeks, likening them to prewar anxieties before Pearl Harbor. Citizens air rock bound opinions, yet many spare self-critique, lamenting delayed public reflection until disaster forces attention.
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Pearl Harbor
Yugoslav Aid Seen as Bipartisan Senate Move
The Senate approved a $50 million food loan to Yugoslavia with plans for further funding to supply machinery and war materials. The goal is to bolster Tito and widen Western influence inside the Soviet satellite system, despite questions about effectiveness and the paradox of backing a communist regime.
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The Independent in American Politics Then and Now
The piece traces the historical role of the political independent as a potent swing force in U S elections. It contrasts past honors of independence with modern pressure to marginalize independents, arguing true independence weighs issues on their merits rather than party slogans and remains a vital but rare influence.
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Help Fight Tuberculosis Buy and Use Christmas Seals
National drive urges public support through Christmas Seals to fund tuberculosis prevention efforts. Agencies promote buying seals as a simple civic act during the holiday season, highlighting community health benefits and the ongoing fight against TB.
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