Demos clash over Democratic leadership amid post election churn
In Washington Democrats spar over who should lead after a crushing 1980 defeat. Governors back Bill Clinton as party chair, while Sen. Edward Kennedy and Vice President Mondale vie for liberal and centrist support. Carter stays low profile. Republicans rebuild under Brock. Russians press Poland. White House wary of Europe’s response.
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Poland Crisis Deepens as Carter Focuses on Western Defense
The article describes Poland's deteriorating stance against Soviet intervention, warning of possible global nuclear conflict if Poland collapses. It notes the Carter administration must defend Western Europe, hostage concerns, civil rights battles in a lame duck Congress, and a somber final Cabinet morning as staffers prepare for the last meeting.
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