To Reform Or To Cut Taxes in Congress history
The piece argues tax reform is repeatedly listed but rarely enacted and that public desire for reform masks self interest. It notes middle income people feel overburdened while defending own shelters like mortgage interest and education costs. Most back simplification but oppose flat tax. True reform remains elusive.
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Academic Tenure in American Colleges Faces Urgent Debate
In the 1950s colleges fought to hire and retain faculty with tenure seen as job security. By the 1970s enrollments leveled, budgets tightened, and tenure became a target. Critics urge reform while defenders cite academic freedom and cost considerations amid rising unionization talks.
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Academic Tenure Arguments Attracts Better Professors
A university’s tenure policy is drawing stronger faculty candidates and improving retention by signaling long term academic stability. Administrators credit clearer promotion paths and job security with elevating teaching quality and research output.
Against Discourages Potential and Young College Teachers
A study argues that rigid policies discourage promising and junior faculty, drive up costs, and hinder flexible planning for evolving educational needs across higher education institutions.
A Word Edgewise American Policy Part Of British Plight
John P. Roche argues the British general election deepens Britain's crisis as a pound run signals capital flight to safer currencies. He says the core problem is structural, not easily fixed by a larger Tory or Labour majority, likening Britain to an individual living beyond means facing creditor demands.
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Britain’s Economic Plight and American Policy Blame
The piece argues the United States bears major responsibility for Britain’s postwar economic decline. It traces prewar Morgenthau policies, wartime Lend-Lease restraint, Marshall Plan aid, and later market integration, concluding Britain must accept belt-tightening and reduced living standards to avoid collective bankruptcy. It laments American actions and questions political courage in facing Britain’s need to shrink consumption and investment.
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Washington Energy Office a Hot Bed of Foul Ups
Washington critique of the Federal Energy Office under William Simon and John Sawhill details mismanagement and blunders. It cites faulty gas allocations, unauthorized intrusions into an Army computer facility, staffing problems, and strained relations with officials, oilmen, and the public.
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Ohio lowers age of majority sparks welfare questions
After Ohio lowered the age of majority to 18, officials question whether 18 to 21 year olds in high school may sign excused absences. ADC payments for these youths were cut off but restored by court order. a relief bill is pending. Legal Aid argues ADC keeps students in school while critics fear widening welfare.
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