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Newspaper
Danville Register
Location
Danville, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1977
Page
2
Perspective argues Congress is furious as President Carter inspects 18 water projects cut from 1978 budget. It defends the review as prudent to weed out unsound or hazardous uses of federal funds. Critics blame pork barrel subsidies and inflated benefits.
Rep Morris Udall voices concern over ownership concentration in publishing and communications urging a congressional study and possible anti trust or divestiture measures. He warns against chain store journalism eroding diversity while praising the free market and First Amendment safeguards.
Rowland Evans and Robert Novak report that Washington era politicians face off over Carter energy plans. Deregulation is shelved in favor of government control, tying energy policy to broader governance and public sentiment. Henry Jackson and congressional critics push back as Schlesinger defends a capped deregulation stance.
William F Buckley Jr argues New York City’s power has eroded as Albany asserts control through Governor Hugh Carey and federal influence. The piece traces mayoral autonomy loss, budget austerity, and shifting political dynamics shaping the city’s future leadership and its effort to regain local control.
Bonn brace: Carter and Schmidt project self-assurance as German American ties mature. Schmidt cites economy records, warns against overreliance on public spending, and notes domestic pressures. Despite mutual politeness, Bonn’s leadership believes U S Bonn alliance remains strong, shaped by 27 years of shared security and steady U S commitment.
Carl T. Rowan argues Young faces constant scrutiny as a UN ambassador and warns against letting sensationalism overshadow real issues. He criticizes the Carter administration for defending South Africa's illegitimate regime, praises discussion of human rights, and notes the need to challenge totalitarianism beyond rhetorical soundbites.
The Danville Register invites letters to the editor signed with full addresses and phone numbers for verification. Letters may be edited or shortened if space is tight on the page.
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