New Federalism II Reexamines State Control of Welfare Programs
The Gazette notes President Reagan's revised New Federalism aims to shift 35 programs to state capitals while preserving funding for food stamps and Medicaid. Local officials fear fund losses, but Reagan cites guaranteed 100 percent pass-through and later opt-out with local consultation. The plan faces Congress yet shows political perseverance.
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Reagan
Congress
National Association of Counties
Battle over Everglades deer hunts stalls herd's survival
In Florida the Everglades deer cull faces delay as preservationists sue over issuing special permits to kill about 1500 of an estimated 5500. Officials cite catastrophic starvation and disease from flooding, while opponents claim the hunt serves only to feed a shooting culture.
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Everglades
State Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission
Direct US talks with PLO in Beirut stalemate debated
Analysts urge weighing direct American talks with the PLO over Lebanon to avoid a Israeli assault on west Beirut and further Arab hostility. Critics warn talks could boost PLO status while risking credibility and US Israel ties, amid Washington's aim to safeguard regional stability.
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Beirut
Reagan Administration
Philip Habib
Palestine Liberation Organization
Thomas L. Friedman
New York Times
PLO
Lebanon
Friedman
West
Washington
Israel
Sharon-Begin
Moscow
Middle East
Yasser Arafat
West Beirut
West Bank
Arafat
Public letter questions tax fairness and telecom policy
A reader questions Roxanne Conlin's Iowa tax stance and debates wealth in politics. The letter urges truthful tax views, praises dietary and health options, promotes Good News Food Cooperative, and discusses H.R. 5158 Telecom Act with AT&T and Justice Department objections, citing state public utilities support.
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Roxanne Conlin
Iowa
At&t
Justice Department
Department of Justice
Congress
National Association of All State Public Utility Commissions
Family physician care offers full obstetric choice and trust
A letter argues for patient control over delivery options, praising family practitioners as comprehensive health managers for the whole family. It contrasts limited obstetric access with one-to-one care, noting benefits when a single physician handles prenatal delivery and pediatric care.
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Begin
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William Pinkney
Lynn Cutler
Cooper Evans
Francis Moore Lappe
Good News Food Cooperative
Wisconsin
Rising Star Bakery
Good News
Eighth Ave
Mercy Hospital
M.T. Sepic
General Telephone Co
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