Iran seeks concessions as hostages talks stall and arms row simmers
Pars quotes Prime Minister as saying Iran may nominate a foreign minister with Imam Khomeini's approval while Majlis sets four conditions for hostage release. Rafsanjani rejects weapon imports from the U.S. and hints at alternative sources. Washington refuses to negotiate through the press as Iran presses Algeria to mediate a prompt response.
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Reagan landslide seals Carter defeat in decisive election
Reagan's victory hinges on sweeping GOP gains across Michigan Ohio New York New Jersey California and more. He pledges tax cuts and a government downsizing to revive the economy and energy policy while hostage issues in Iran weighed on Carter. Anderson placed poorly in the final tally.
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House losses blamed on Reagan sweep, Vander Jagt calls it crushing
House Speaker Thomas O Neill cites Ronald Reagan's win as the cause of Democratic losses. Rep. Guy Vander Jagt counters that the GOP campaign effort produced the most crushing rejection of a president and his party in Congress since Hoover, with references to the national campaign.
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Peck Defends Chrysler Auto Pitch Amid 600000 Jobs Risk
Gregory Peck explains taking an unpaid TV pitch role for Chrysler to help 600000 families. He says the line about good times versus hard times reflects the stakes tied to the auto maker’s survival and its workers.
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Iowa Voters Defeat Constitutional Convention Call
Iowa voters defeated a proposal to call a constitutional convention amid fears of unknowns and tax limits. Supporters led by Stanley argued for a tax cap and limited government, while opponents including Neu and the Committee to Protect the Constitution framed the issue as risky and complex.
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Iowa incumbents prevail in three congressional districts
In Iowa three Democratic incumbents Neal Smith Tom Harkin and Berkley Bedell all won re election despite conservative Republican challenges. Smith defeated Don Young by about 20000 votes in the 4th District Harkin led Cal Hultman by roughly 40000 votes in the 5th District and Bedell posted near a two to one victory over Clarence Carney in the 6th District.
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Reagan Carter Hopes Jokes End After Election
Reagan Carter owner of a Beaumont welding shop says jokes about his name linger after the national election. He tired of remarks and tried saying he was undecided, which only drew more ribbing from friends and nearby businesses. Nixon Ford Motor Co offered little sympathy. On this date in 1940, Roosevelt won a third term.
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