United States Seeks Balanced Ties With Middle East Allies
The nation urges maintaining friendship with Israel Saudi Arabia Iran and Egypt while avoiding forced alignment. It notes U S aid to Israel defense needs and Saudi base projects including nine bases supervised by the Army Corps of Engineers earning 10 percent of $18 billion for design. Maverick missiles sales help offset oil costs and balance trade.
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President Ford quietly signs bill curbing emergency powers
The president signed privately at the White House without notice, creating congressional oversight of national emergencies and terminating four historic states of emergency from 1933 1950 1970 1971. The action prompts praise for balancing executive power while preserving strong inherent authority.
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An Evening With Castro In Havana in Panama City
William F Buckley Jr recounts a Panamanian banker who met Fidel Castro in Havana. The banker questioned Castro on pre and post revolution conditions, corrected Castro’s statistics, and observed Castro’s midnight interviews with cabinet members. The piece notes Castro’s rationing of coffee and the puff of propaganda surrounding his regime.
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No More Disparagements Over Everest Opinion
Washington report discusses rising American morale as two youths summit Everest, contrasting Carter’s rhetoric with a calmer public mood. Analysts say voters favor cautious change, want reassuring foreign policy, and doubt widespread pessimism. Ford administration praised for energy stance amid global tensions.
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Rhodesia's transition seen through Jeffersonian lines and power shifts
Holmes Alexander argues that Rhodesia's move from white to black leadership can proceed without upheaval. He cites Jefferson’s natural aristocracy and warns against Russian pressure while highlighting Rhodesia's mineral wealth and energy resources. The piece praises economic restructuring from mining to manufacturing and notes U.S. defense spending tied to Diego Garcia.
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Butz Incident Highlights Public Ethnic Boundaries
The piece argues Earl Butz’s resignation over private racist remarks is unlikely given farm prosperity under his tenure. It notes rising farm income, booming exports, and growing enrollments, while suggesting his public offense reveals entrenched American norms: private prejudice vs public decorum, exposed by John Dean’s recording.
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