Rosalynn Carter as a political force in presidential era
As Jimmy Carter's fortunes waver in 1980 Rosalynn Carter emerges as a politically savvy figure. Observers note her quiet but persistent advocacy for mental health and women's rights and her evolving public role beyond being her husband’s ally. Some compare her to Lady Macbeth while others see a capable reformer ready to shape policy or pursue public office. Her influence hinges on whether she seeks an independent political path if the Carters leave office.
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Rosalynn
Mrs. Jimmy
Jimmy Carter
Mrs. Carter
Camp David
Washington Post
David Broder
James Kilpatrick
Gazette
Macbeth
Mr. Carter
Hugh Sidey
Rosalynn Carter
Pennsylvania Ave
Plug it in and flip the switch for gadgetry life
A San Francisco native recounts a Cedar Rapids family day of shopping for economy home gadgets. The piece lists dozens of plug in devices from sound machines to ice makers, cleaners and a cappuccino maker as the family prepares a vacation, with prices noted for each item and a humorous look at disposable wares.
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Elisabeth Young
San Francisco
Cedar Rapids
U.S
Southeast Asia
Carter’s Energy Crisis Echoes Nixon Era Critique
The piece contrasts President Carter’s Nov 7 1973 televised energy speech with earlier Nixon era promises and failures. It notes energy policy pledges, congressional friction, and leadership shortcomings, citing a Southern governor’s jab that Carter was “just managing the government” and warning of continued national malaise.
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Richard Nixon
Carter
Carter urged to rethink sugar subsidy support in inflation fight
The piece argues if President Carter is serious about food-cost inflation he should oppose a Congressional bill to raise sugar prices through import fees and quotas to 15.8 cents per pound with up to 0.5 cents per pound to domestic producers capped at 50,000 dollars per grower. It notes Americans spend 1.3 billion annually on sugar price supports, count costs rising to 250 million for increased prices and another 250 million indirect effects, and highlights political power of Louisiana and Idaho senators backing the policy. It concludes Carter should stay firm against subsidies, as prior stance remains sound despite industry push.
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Carter
U.S
Congress
Washington
Russell Long
Louisiana
Frank Church
Idaho
Hawaii
Leadership and Congress in a Political Tug of War
A letter argues that a president’s leadership is ineffective when Congress refuses to follow and the public has to back him. It questions Congress self interest over national good and suggests efficiency could shrink agencies, noting politics and economy rarely converge.
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Congress
SALT II debate and arms limits stir Washington clash
In coming weeks the Senate will debate the SALT II treaty signed in Vienna. Advocates claim the numbers show Russia would lead by 1985 without it while critics warn the figures tell only part of the story. The piece notes Backfire and B-1 bomber contexts and questions enforcement and verification. It ends urging readers to contact the two senators and reflects on state opinions on raw milk sales and support for Mrs. Banowetz against state actions.
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U.S
Vienna
Russia
SALT
America
Soviet Union
Washington
Washington under fire as Carter faces cabinet questions
Mark Russell questions Washington’s sensitivity to national issues. He cites the Tuesday massacre and asserts Carter cannot run again after beginning a second term. He doubts the Cabinet’s effectiveness and asks if Somoza could be the Attorney General.
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Carter
Somoza
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