The Door Must Be Closed Atest the Huddled Masses
In a historically framed opinion a columnist argues with empathy for refugees while weighing national duties amid economic strain. The piece invokes Emma Lazarus and the Statue of Liberty to urge restraint, asserting that opening doors today would deprive Americans of jobs and housing. It concludes that the door must be closed first.
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United States of America
South Vietnam
Cuba
State of Liberty
Generational praise shifts from youth to adults
A reader argues that criticism of teens is unfair and shows adults once rebellious, now policing youth. The piece recounts a Punxsutawney letter about a kind teenage girl who helped a stressed traveler, highlighting empathy as a defining strength of today’s youth and urging adults to emulate it.
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Aquino family pleads as Marcos defers Aquino case
The mother of imprisoned opposition leader Benigno Aquino Jr. appeals for intervention, saying Ninoy faces death as Marcos cites pending charges. Aquino, charged with murder and subversion, claims a political motive and questions the charges. Aquino has begun a hunger strike while Philippine officials assert due process and full protection of rights.
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Kennedy as noncandidate drives Democratic math and mystique
The piece argues Sen Ted Kennedy remains officially a noncandidate to dodge personal and political attacks while actively shaping a presidential bid. It notes his high black-vote support, possible Wallace VP pairing, and risks of a Ford Rockefeller ticket, with Kennedy’s growing maturity and regional strengths shaping a strategic campaign landscape.
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Investment clubs rebound as small investors show long term trend
New York reports investment club membership rising again with a shift in attitude since mid November. Thomas O'Hara notes growing inquiries after January market turn, 74 new clubs in April, historically about 8,000 member clubs now. Mentioned gains from Schering, Emery Air Freight, Stouffer Foods, and a long term track record since 1952.
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