Reagan and the rise of know nothing leadership
The writer argues Reagan exemplified know nothing leadership, contrasting it with modern leadership trends. He cites Anne M. Russell's article and notes four outdated boss traits while highlighting a fifth point about ineffective governance. Bev shares the piece from Working Woman, prompting reflection on leadership styles.
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United States
Ronald Reagan
Patrick Buchanan
Bev
Working Woman
Anne M. Russell
Russell
Reagan leadership deemed effective by writer critics
The piece argues Ronald Reagan displayed know nothing leadership yet delivered clear vision and forceful leadership. It contrasts hands on and hands off styles, praises his stance against communism, cites Grenada and Libya actions, and recalls Lincoln and Grant to underscore decisive, big picture guidance.
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Ronald Reagan
Ms. Russell
Europe
Soviet Union
Latin America
Nicaragua
Lybia
Reagan
Jimmy Carter
United States
Abe Lincoln
Ulysses S. Grant
Lincoln
Grant
Russell
Telegraph letters policy dictates signed submissions only
The Dixon Telegraph requests letters to the editor be signed with an address and phone number. Unsigned letters will not be published and letters should not exceed 400 words. Longer letters may be edited and writers are limited to 12 letters per year. Send submissions to Voice of the People at 113 S Peoria Ave Dixon IL 61021.
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Voice of the People
Dixon Telegraph
S. Peoria Ave
Dixon, IL
Lithuania secession wins big as Soviet reform tests unity
Com munist loyalists gained seven seats in Lithuania while separatist candidates seeking independence captured 72 in the first multiparty vote in the USSR. The result highlights Gorbachev’s challenge as non Russian republics push for autonomy or independence amid calls for federation and continued ties to Moscow. The Ukraine looms large as a potential pivotal state in any disintegration scenario.
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Soviet Union
Communist Party
Kremlin
Lithuania
Moscow
Mikhail Gorbachev
U.S.S.R
Europe
Joseph Stalin
Baltic Sea
Central Asia
Estonia
Latvia
Stalin
Mr. Gorbachev
Carpathian Mountains
Sea of Japan
Ukraine
Gorbachev
Vilnius
Voices urging recognition for Rev Porter and wife at Second Baptist
Readers praise Rev Porter and Mrs Porter for support and guidance at Second Baptist Church. Toni Partington urges kindness and unity among believers and notes the couple’s hospital stay and recovery. Dale Harshman advocates allowing colorization of classic films and defends colorized versions over black and white originals.
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Second Baptist Church
Jesus Christ Our Savior
Rev. Porter
Mrs. Porter
Hopsital
Toni Partington
Dixon
Chamorro Victory Opens Modest Path for Nicaragua
Violeta Chamorro’s UNO coalition victory over Daniel Ortega promises a transition from revolution to democracy. Nicaragua may gain peace and relief from U.S. sanctions, with aid to rebuild the economy and restore public services, while ensuring Sandinista gains are preserved. The United States faces a shift toward cautious engagement and possible benign neglect as Chamorro takes office in April.
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Violeta Chamorro
Daniel Ortega
National Opposition Union
UNO
Chamorro
United States
Nicaragua
Bush
el Salvador
Panama
Tom Foley
Wash
Foley
Washington
Dixon Plan Extends East West Runway At Dixon Airport
Dixon Plan Commission approved a project to seek over 350000 in federal and state funds to lengthen the East West runway. Engineer Ed Callahan outlined a roughly 300000 cost plan with 80 percent federal, 10 percent state, and 10 percent local funding if accepted.
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Dixon Plan Commission
Dixon Airport
Ed Callahan
Dixon
American Citizenship Department
Mount Morris Woman's Club
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C. A. Maronich
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Edwin E. Smith Jr
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Scott Brown
Lee Annarn
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Thomas Mekeel
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Robert Wiler
Rosemary Flowers
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Dick Kibble
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