Amnesty in America and the Nixon question debated
The piece weighs amnesty for Vietnam era deserters and discharges against the law. It cites 32557 to 134500 deserters figures and 500000 veterans with less than honorable discharges. It argues punishment for all violators, including Nixon, and urges equal treatment under the law. The Journal questions selective enforcement and calls for consistent accountability.
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Ford's Economic Summit Moves Divide Congress
Ford faced mixed reaction from congressional leaders over his plan to curb wage and price controls and tighten the budget. He sought cooperation while opposing controls, urging no standby measures, with leaders urging a firm no to wage and price controls and pressing for a strong anti control stance. He highlighted a budget target under 300 billion and planned pre summit talks with business labor and agri groups to gain candid input.
Recent reading highlights from books and politics
A survey of recent titles spans biographies and histories from Jefferson to Fest with critical notes. Observations touch on Sally Hemings rumors, Watergate coverage, and media bias, plus reviews of Kennedy era diaries and race politics literature.
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Fawn M. Brodie
W.W. Norton
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Sally Hemings
Barone
Alifua
Matthews
What is the Law Election Officers Pay Increase
The piece explains Act 122 raises pay for local election officers. Judges must receive 30 to 45 dollars, inspectors and clerks 25 to 40 dollars, and machine operators paid per election. It lists U S senators Schweiker and Scott from Pennsylvania and state officials Shapp and Dwyer with contact details.
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Economic miracle needed to lift Ford 1976 bid
The piece argues a rapid economic revival is essential to Ford's 1976 campaign as prices, jobs and rates worsen. It details recession risks into 1975, higher food costs, six percent joblessness, and a credit squeeze hitting housing, thrifts, and mortgage lending, with bankers demanding strong net worth.
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