Congressional Quarterly Hearings on Lowering Voting Age
Senate hearings May 14 to 16 will consider a constitutional amendment to lower the voting age to 18. Supporters cite public polls and Senate leadership backing. passage would require ratification by three‑fourths of states, delaying impact until years later. The piece notes potential 11 million new voters and suggests Democrats could gain from youth turnout.
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D.mont
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R IL
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Mitchell
Ind
Dick Tracy
NASA
Long history of efforts to lower voting age to 18
From 1942 to the 89th Congress, multiple joint resolutions sought to grant 18 year olds the vote. Sen. Arthur Vandenberg and Rep. Jennings Randolph led early efforts. In the 89th Congress 25 house and 2 senate measures existed. The furthest progress was in 1952 when the Judiciary Committee reported a bill, but it stalled before a floor vote.
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W. Va
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Gemini program's legacy and future of space work
A reflective overview praises the Gemini program for meeting its goals by 1966 and underscores the ongoing need for scientists and engineers through private industry contracts. The speaker anticipates a long horizon for space exploration and honors the astronauts who contributed to Gemini's success.
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Public Forum Thanks Decatur Officers for Courteous Help
A Decatur reader expresses gratitude to two police officers for handling a small problem with kindness and efficiency. The letter, from Mrs. Cordis Blackwood of Hartselle, praises the Decatur Police for their welfare and reliability and notes she cannot recall the officers' names.
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