Arms threat remains real in Nixon SALT scene
Guest editorial argues SALT accord fails to curb a growing global arms race as dozens of smaller nations eye nuclear capability. It cites seven nonparticipants in 1968 treaty, China and the Soviet Union tensions, and potential for others like India and Israel to pursue arsenals while Britain stays quiet. A note warns true disarmament depends on universal adherence and a end to bystander roles.
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United States
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Soviet Union
France
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Nuclear Club
India
Israel
West Germany
Japan
Australia
Canada
Italy
Sweden
Shriver Viewed as Bridge To McGovern Campaign
In Washington the second Democratic convention of the year honored the late vice presidential candidate and welcomed Sargent Shriver as a replacement. Tom Eagleton drew applause as the popular choice, while Shriver’s nomination invoked mixed feelings among delegates. his radiant acceptance and brief, sharp remarks suggested a capable but scrutinized candidate ready to lead with a Kennedy-era appeal.
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Sargent Shriver
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Shriver
Kay Rockefeller
Kennedy
Richard Daley
Pedernales
Lyndon Johnson
Melvin R. Laird
Richard Nixon
France
Nixon
Vietnam
Henry Jackson
Newcominer
Teddy Kennedy
Humphrey
Ed Muskie
Larry O’brien
North Slope Eskimos seek taxing power over oil
Eskimos north of the Arctic Circle in Alaska propose a 5 million dollar "North Slope Borough" to tax oil and gas, arguing potential windfalls could reach 3 billion. The piece surveys historical injustices of land dispossession, questioning racial narratives and urging caution over windfall compensation while noting broader taxpayer implications.
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Arctic Circle
Alaska
Utah
Stope Dorough
North Slope
McGovern Shrivers Ticket Fails To Impress Democrats
The column argues McGovern’s announced running mate Sargent Shriver adds little to the ticket. It notes Shriver’s past attempts at other offices failed, his limited appeal to unions and minorities, and suggests the McGovern campaign risks alienating base voters. It likens McGovern to a Frankenstein monster created by his coalition.
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Sargent Shriver
Shriver
Maryland
Ilinois
New York
McGovern
Mr. Shriver
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Aificus
Baylason
Peace Corps
Alf Landon
Jack Anderson
Rig
Independence Day debate on Bicentennial future
Holmes Alexander argues the 200th anniversary should honor a broad American story. He condemns a narrow white history and urges inclusion of emancipated Blacks Indians naturalized immigrants and welfare groups as the nation moves toward a continuing revolution rather than a backward celebration. He proposes universal parks and inclusive events to mark the Centennial.
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Commission
Grass
Iowa
Charles Mal
Maryland
Worey
Mathias
Trailllion
Philadelphia
Kennedy
Alan
Maine
Nixon
America
Washington Window Aims at 1976 convention reforms
Conservative publications and Republicans in Congress see reform proposals moving the GOP toward liberal direction in the 1976 convention. Proposals urge women parity in state delegations, youth representation under 25, and minority group seats on four permanent committees. Debate centers on whether these changes, backed by figures like Percy, McGovern, and McGovernite reformers, would shift power within the party and affect future elections.
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Ilinois
Mian
George 8. McGovern
DC Committee
National Review Magazine
National Review
Gat
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