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Editorial on Lockyer bill AB 2031 and labor politics
A Sacramento editorial critiques Assemblyman William Lockyer’s AB 2031 minimum wage bill. It notes the bill’s unreal components, such as a $3 per hour floor and a 35 hour week, but acknowledges its labor-backed aims. The piece questions political motives and predicts a trimmed proposal aligning with federal wage standards.
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Regional balance urged in Alameda County judgeships
A letter urges Governor Brower to appoint Superior Court judges from South County to correct over representation of Oakland and Berkeley. It argues living area informs judicial understanding, notes South County judges deserve consideration, and calls on Democratic leaders and the local bar to push qualified candidates from the region.
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French ransom tale lessons for governments in Africa
A French anthropologist was kidnapped by desert tribesmen in Chad who demanded a ransom. After two million dollars was paid, the captors still kept the captive, prompting questions about international bargaining with bandits and the danger of encouraging more such actions.
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Chad
Nominating anarchy mustn't be tolerated
WASHINGTON Hubert H. Humphrey, a famous noncandidate, urged reform of the presidential primary system on CBS. He warned the process is exhausting and chaotic, noting California 1972 left him broke, and called for a clearer, regionally structured plan backed by Mondale and Packwood proposals.
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Will Rogers quote on dollar value abroad in 1933
A Will Rogers quip notes the dollar near 75 cents abroad, urging readers to travel while American prices remain favorable. The excerpt appears in a 1933 collection selected by Bryan Sterling for the Will Rogers Memorial, indicating the era's humor about currency and travel costs.
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Paternal government boost dents presidential run talk
Paul Harvey argues on presidential candidacy choices and party philosophy. He notes Republicans historically favor less government and deregulation, while Ford era deregulation faces pushback from industry and labor. The piece contrasts Democrat and Republican stances with implications for a potential run.
Chicanos at Ohlone respond to editorial critique
Alan C. Hernandez of Fremont argues that the college nursing program should admit based on merit and service, not language barriers, aligning with federal affirmative action law and criticizing the piece for attacking minority participation and outdated dogma.
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Pitneer & Good Nurse
Jess
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Christmas reflections urge living Christ’s teachings daily
A reader letter echoed in festive tone urging focus on spiritual life over materialism. It cites Jesus’s poverty and preaching, calls for forgiveness and respect, and encourages letters to the editor to share thoughtful holiday reflections.
Wires Marking Campaign After Park Officer's Death
A family and friends group advocates marking hazardous invisible power lines after the helicopter crash that killed Paul George and Scotty McGregor. They cite FAA standards and claim low costs and long-lasting markers could prevent future wire strikes. They seek citizen and organizational support to push legislation and get local officials to back the effort.
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Ines Straits
East Bay Regional Park District
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