Giving justice a needless tilt
The piece argues against replacing Archibald Cox with a special prosecutor named by Judge Sirica. It warns this would undermine judicial independence and upset constitutional balance by mixing branches. It cautions ongoing political manipulation could trigger unpredictable consequences for the Presidency and the nation.
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Moving from Alexandria to Blue Ridge Mountains reshapes Kilpatrick life
James Kilpatrick describes his relocation from a six year Alexandria home to the Blue Ridge, packed with memories, shelves, and books. He likens moving to a pivot point akin to graduations and marriages, seeks perspective away from Washington’s buzz, and notes his return after a brief vacation to retrieve his library as his column resumes.
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Griffin proposes parliamentary shift risks American republic
In a weekend echoing Veterans Day, Senator Griffin floated a constitutional amendment moving the Vice Presidency off the ballot and having a President nominate and Congress confirm the VP. The columnist warns such moves push toward a European parliamentary system and could yield a non elected head of state, arguing against changing the Electoral College or presidential selection and urging lawmakers not to entertain schemes that weaken the republic.
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Nixon plan haunts Nixon in 1951 and Watergate echoes
Washington dispatch outlines 1951 Senate probes into the RFC and IRS as Nixon promotes a bill to empower federal judges to appoint independent prosecutors. It previews the Watergate era debate over court-appointed prosecutors, Sirica’s role, Cox files, and Bork’s nomination amid party divisions.
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Impeachment Debate Echoes in Letters to Editor
Readers urge Nixon impeachment citing lawbreaking and wartime risks while questioning Congress action. Contributions from TRENEG LATON of Castro Valley and LOISC BROWN of San Lorenzo frame the debate, with letters calling for public participation and due process.
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Open Letter to Nixon Calls for Transparency and Impeachment Debate
Donna Preston from Fremont asks President Nixon to acknowledge cabinet actions and constitutional duties amid national scandal. She urges clarity on the president’s stance during turmoil and appeals to future voters to demand accountability and lawful leadership.
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Beware Prop 1 voters warned by editorials
Editorial warns voters about Proposition 1 in the November election. It outlines potential cuts to state services and tuition increases at state and community colleges. It notes a large shift in highway construction funds and costs to counties, with tax inequities and a required two thirds vote in the legislature.
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