Refugees Denied Haven Across Non Communist Nations
The piece argues Western non communist countries show hostility to Indochinese refugees, leaving most aid to the United States. It notes Thailand and other nations limit asylum, Sweden and Japan resist, while only France regularly accepts refugees. It warns ongoing aid must expand beyond U.S. funding.
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United Nations
U.S
France
Hanoi
United States
Vietnam
Cambodia
Governor questions reporters as conduits for campaign charges
The governor criticizes reporters at a news conference for relaying a question from his Democratic opponent Jerry Fitzgerald. He suggests reporters serve as conduits for campaign charges, while acknowledging questions may be asked only through the media. The piece notes candidates often welcome media questions to address rivals.
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Ray
Jerry Fitzgerald
Rhodesia as mirror of power and sanctions
A Vice columnist reflects on Rhodesia's 1965 to Zimbabwe era, noting sanctions' limited bite and Britain's weak response under Harold Wilson. The piece highlights South Africa's decisive role in oil and exports, Western caution toward confrontation, and the eventual push toward majority rule as conflict escalates.
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Rhodesia
Zimbabwe
Britain
Africa
United Nations
Wilson
Suez
Harold
United States
General de Gaulle
Soviet Union
South Africa
Mr. Smith
Carter Faces High Stakes in Fight Against Inflation
President Carter confronts stubborn inflation seen as the top national issue. A two pronged plan aims to curb deficits and impose wage and price guidelines while avoiding hard controls. Success hinges on labor support and political risks within the 1980 election cycle.
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Carter
Washington
Camp David
Middle East
George Meany
Afl-Cio
Let Them Live Where They Choose
A reader advocates for equal housing rights for all citizens regardless of origin, disability, or background. They criticize towns like Hiawatha for excluding mentally retarded teenagers and urge that everyone be allowed to live in any location they choose.
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Carter
Hiawatha
Big spender Inflation key issue in November vote
Letter to the editor argues inflation driven by large spending, urges voters to defeat Dick Clark, claiming his voting record supports inflation and a public message to Congress that spending must end. The writer calls for Clark's defeat as a protest against inflationary policy.
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Dick Clark
Clark
Congress
Adopt a Pet program could boost Bever Park Zoo
Letter suggests Bever Park Zoo adopt an annual pet sponsorship model like Brookfield Zoo Chicago to fund food and expansions. Proponent argues community support can create a nicer zoo and cites Chicago success. includes a political aside about voters regretting their choices.
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Bever Park Zoo
Brookfield Zoo
Chicago
Wives of Congress Push ERA Extension Vote
Capitol Hill spouses pressed Majority Leader Byrd to schedule a vote on extending the ERA deadline. Byrd showed reluctance but teetered in his seat as he yielded to the lobbying, with DeConcini and Hollings spouses among those urging action. The move came in the waning days of the session.
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Capitol Hill
Congress
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Senate
Robert Byrd
Byrd
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