Energy crisis debate muddled by official assurances
Fragmented text questions if administration can justify the public about an energy crisis and whether experts’ assessments are credible. The Interior Department concern is noted as a security risk while estimates rely on worst case conditions, leaving readers unsure about real shortages or price hikes.
Weighing Middle East Oil Embargo and Domestic Shortage
A passage argues the Middle East oil embargo was overstated to blame Arab nations for a shortage that would have appeared anyway. It critiques domestic failure by the oil industry and government, endorses rationing with reluctance, cites inequities and potential black markets, and opposes a dollar a gallon plan as unfair to low income workers.
Thoughts on Learning and Society Reflections and Contrasts
A collection of aphoristic observations on education, economics, culture, and city life. The writer contrasts Northern and Mediterranean attitudes toward labor, notes the role of philosophy in economics, and critiques routines from health culture to downtown nightlife.
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Truckers' wives urge public support for blockades
A trucker's wife voices strong support for ongoing blockades to press demands for better treatment and higher truck speed limits. She argues trucks are safe and essential, urges public sympathy, and suggests coordinated action among drivers' spouses to back their men.
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Political reform demand growing in Congress
Supporters of campaign reform persist after a Senate setback, buoyed by bipartisan backing and a year of public education on financing political campaigns. They expect Congress to revisit public financing after reconvening in January, despite complex models and sharp partisan divides.
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Nixon Blame CIA Defense Seen as Last Stand
The Ervin committee considers Nixon defense blaming the CIA for Watergate. Former CIA chief Richard Helms rejects the claim while Sen. Baker and aides cite articles by Miles Copeland and Andrey St. George suggesting CIA involvement to shield the White House.
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