Sky-high air fares and family travel questions
Editorial notes that despite abolition of child and family discounts three years ago, airline bargains tempt families to travel. A Cedar Rapids family of five paid 945 for round trips to Phoenix, provoking questions about credit checks and who flies. The GAO argues deregulation could save 1.4 to 1.8 billion annually, yet fewer routes and service tradeoffs may result, keeping plane trips out of reach for most families.
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The Coffee Habit in Decline and Substitutes
The piece argues Americans can quit coffee as prices rise and substitutes like tea soda juice and chicory gain appeal. It notes coffee’s tastelessness beyond aroma and suggests industry research to improve flavor to compete with 50 to 60 cent milk shakes and similar drinks.
May 2 Vote Defends Capital Punishment View
A May 2 vote by 57 to 33 in Des Moines supports the belief that capital punishment is logical and necessary. Officials and judges concur that canceling the death penalty was a mistake and that the state must enforce the system to maintain law and safety.
Beware how you treat law violators in civil liberty debate
The editor argues that lenient rights for criminals creates an invisible system that defeats justice. It warns that civil liberties should not grant repeat offenders license to kill and that short prison terms fail to repay society.
Carter's economics face Capitol Hill showdown
Washington column analyzes a clash between President Carter and Democratic liberals over fiscal policy and budget balancing. It argues both sides cling to myths, warns of continued stalemate, and stresses inflation control as the administration's priority amid inflation and recession.
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Humphrey honored on Capitol Hill as Nixon era echoes
On Capitol Hill the American Political Science Association named Hubert H Humphrey an Honorary Congressional Fellow amid praise for his civil rights leadership and public service. The event contrasted with Nixon era debates as observers noted Humphrey health and a lasting legacy including Medicare and various education and foreign policy initiatives.
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