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Newspaper
Danville Register
Location
Danville, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1977
Page
2
Perspective questions federal funding for gas heat subsidies in Crystal City Texas after Lo-Vata Gathering Co raised prices and the town faced a $750,000 bill unpaid for two years. Authors warn about economic policy and potential repercussions if energy shortages recur.
A Ways and Means subcommittee pushes to include all public and private employment in Social Security. The plan would repeal existing opt outs for federal, state, and nonprofit workers and extend payroll contributions to fund the trust, potentially adding about $10 billion in revenue in year one.
The piece traces U S policy shifts in the Horn of Africa during the Carter era. It links Ethiopia’s 1974 coup to Soviet ties and Somali backing, notes Washington’s tentative push to assist Somalia, and contrasts this with rising Arab and Ethiopian pressures. It also discusses Social Security funding options and retirement age proposals.
Analysis argues Israel and the United States must face a real peace conference with Palestinian representation. Buckley notes Begin's anti PLO stance mirrors Thieu era refusals, warns that U S diplomacy has pursued expediency over solidly enforcing agreed terms, and suggests options including non PLO leadership for Palestinians and stronger guarantees beyond US assurances.
James Reston contrasts past presidents' use of personal friends in top posts with Carter's reliance on allies like Bert Lance. He argues cronyism can weaken governance, noting Nixon and Truman faced similar issues, while Eisenhower avoided friend appointments. The piece concludes that competitive, objective minds are needed over intimate loyalty.
The Danville Register invites signed letters to the editor with full signatures and addresses for printing. Writers must provide telephone numbers for verification. All letters may be edited or shortened to fit space.
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