Republicans Lower Expectations For 1978 Congressional Races
Republicans hedge bets for 1978 avoiding overpromising after 1976 losses. Campaign chiefs cite lowered expectations, note favorable special elections but warn the 1978 midterm differs from 1966 due to fewer Democratic vulnerabilities and no Carter-coattail effect. Senate gains appear limited as GOP strategists stress realism.
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Corruption Scandal Rocks New York City Prison Officials
A sweeping probe leads to indictments of 21 current and former Department of Correction staff and seven associates for taking bribes to smuggle drugs guns liquor and food into the Brooklyn House of Detention. Several defendants face additional charges including selling inmate records and auto insurance frauds.
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Teens show work drive in Gallup Youth Survey
A Gallup Youth Survey finds 90 percent of teens want or already have summer work. National results show 47 percent with jobs lined up, more boys than girls seeking work, and higher rates in nonurban areas. The report notes wage and work permit hurdles.
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Carter party leaves Lance home for dinner in Georgetown
The Carters with Office of Management and Budget Director Bert Lance depart from Lance's Georgetown home after dinner. The scene includes Amy Carter carrying her shoes as they walk away Wednesday night.
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Vacation Bible School and church activities listed
Local churches advertise Vacation Bible School schedules through Friday with times from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and 9 a.m. to noon at Bellmore Mt View Neel Danville and First Presbyterian. Evening study groups meet at multiple venues with choirs, quartets, and supper plans. Presidential popularity figures compare Ford Nixon and Carter ratings.
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President Carter Wins Public Approval in First Months
A Princeton based Gallup survey finds 64 percent of Americans approve of President Jimmy Carter’s performance, just under an average 68 percent for his first four months. The four month average exceeds those of Ford and Nixon at 54 and 62 percent.
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