Cronyism's danger taints Reagan era attorney general
The Gazette criticizes William French Smith for an aggressive oil and gas tax shelter and a $50,000 severance from a director role tied to a Reagan associate. It argues such moves harm the image of the attorney general and questions the value of close White House ties in cabinet appointments.
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Agriculture Department Faces Criticism Over Political Screening
The Washington Post reports Agriculture officials screened scientists tied to grant panels for political views. The checks aimed at peer review candidates for about 16 million in grants, drawing McCarthyism comparisons and damaging credibility. The practice ceased after publicization.
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Tension rises as the rich grow richer amid recession
Washington observations note how high earners enjoy brisk yacht sales and a $1.5 million new home while unemployment remains high. The piece warns of growing class antagonism, eroding trust, and potential social disorder as policy favors the wealthy.
Dole amendment risks racial bias in voting rights bill
Senator Robert Dole's compromise amendment to the Voting Rights Act draws fierce criticism as a step toward systemic bias. The piece argues the proposal would extend discriminatory controls nationwide, threaten individual voting rights, and distort constitutional safeguards by creating protected racial classes and diluting equal access.
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Naval lessons abound in Falklands
Washington column surveys expert views on the Falklands crisis. Key takeaways include avoiding war over non vital interests, accepting casualties, Britain's thin naval reach 8,000 miles from home, Hermes carrier limits for AWACS, and debates on surface fleet fate and air cover.
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