Fresh Approach Promises Jobs Over Poverty War
The Reagan administration edges toward private sector job boards to employ the unemployed poor, led by H. C. McClellan who will head a privately financed effort. Critics cite the federal war on poverty as failing, with discontent in places like Laredo over funds and programs. The plan aims to pair private enterprise with targeted state efforts, reducing reliance on expensive social programs while acknowledging education and labor leadership must contribute. McClellan previously helped cut Watts unemployment in half after 1985 riots.
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Russians land on moon again amid space junk debate
A National survey notes increasing public caution as nations launch more lunar missions while debates rise over parking for the first crewed ship. Gallup shows Democrats losing appeal since 1940, suggesting waning party enthusiasm. Wildlife damage to aircraft adds to transport concerns.
Think Factories Shape U S Policy in Washington Think Tanks
A critique of an interconnected elite of scholars and administrators shaping U S policy through tax-exempt foundations and research centers. The piece highlights government contracts, quasi government status, and a rising brain trust influencing domestic and foreign policy over the past two decades, with names like William Marvel and Maj. Alexander de Seversky cited.
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United Nations idea roots in 1942 Washington pact
A 1942 declaration in Washington helped form the nucleus of the United Nations as part of a broader wartime momentum. The piece critiques liberal academia and foundations, accusing them of propagandist influence on military and public policy, funded by taxpayers, and warns of a growing monopoly on ideas.
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Alameda County Judgeship Speculation Roils Local Politics
Alameda County observers weigh a Republican appointment to a Reagan era judgeship as Judge Wagler may be the leading candidate. The piece also notes local contests including Fremont city manager searches, BART leadership questions, and shifts in Albany and San Leandro political circles with references to Gov. Brown and Byron Rumford.
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Barry Goldwater on Pacific isolationism and capitalism
Barry Goldwater argues that isolationism fails for the United States and any nation, citing geographic reach and cultural influence. He praises individualism and capitalism, critiques paternalism in foreign aid, and urges free trade and exchange of ideas as the Pacific world’s true drive, contrasting collectivism with freedom and responsibility.
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