Economists Predict Prosperity Ahead for Johnson Era
The Council of Economic Advisers told President Johnson they foresee only prosperity. They note rising investment and spending but balanced by demand and savings, with a strong financial structure and policy aim for balanced growth. The report cites a history of 26 expand periods ending in recession over 111 years.
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Washington
Johnson
Council of Economic Advisers
Gardner
Otto
Arthur M. Okum
Stellabie
Rusk Says China Aims Southeast Asia Not a Larger War
Secretary of State Dean Rusk testifies to a House subcommittee that Red China does not want a larger war but seeks Southeast Asia. He warns rival Soviet Chinese moves could hurt free world interests, notes lull in Indochina, and cites limited prospects for Moscow Peiping collaboration amid their ideological split.
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Dean Rusk
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Rusk
Africa
North
Viet Nam
South
Moscow
Peiping
China May Hide Bombs Aboard Ships
Washington reports that China could place atomic bombs on merchant ships as an interim weapon method after its second nuclear detonation in seven months. Analysts see potential missiles with transoceanic reach and the need to miniaturize devices for warheads or bomber delivery.
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Washington
Cance
China
Bundy Too Busy For Policy Debate Cancelled Appearance
Washington AP Bundy former defense official pulled from an afternoon teach in after designated other duties. The session was to pair Bundy with Cornell professor Kahin in a public hearing on North Vietnam sponsored by the Interuniversity Committee. Marshall Sahlins led the event and estimated expenses over 30 dollars as the debate aimed to probe Johnson administration policy.
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Johnson
McGeorge
Esman
Bundy
Cornell
Kahin
California University
Robert Scalapino
the Interuniversity Committee
Ammunition Convoy Ambushed Near Saigon
Viet Cong ambushed an ammunition convoy 50 miles northeast of Saigon on Saturday, killing 25 Vietnamese soldiers and two U.S. advisers while wounding ten. Guerrillas reportedly fled. U.S. paratroopers conducted their first helicopter assault in Viet Nam nearby, facing only light sniper fire with no casualties.
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South Viet Nam
U.S
Viet Nam
Bien Hoa Air Base
Southern senators pessimistic on voting rights bill
Washington AP reports Sen. Allen Ellender of Louisiana said the Southern push to revise the administration Negro voting rights bill lacks votes and faces opposition from many lawmakers. Ellender warned that many will follow the administration line. Ellender and Elden der oppose the measure as unconstitutional while proposing amendments to align it with Southern aims. Tower of Texas and Hickenlooper expect a GOP majority to back the substitute when considered.
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Washington
Allen J. Ellender
D-La
John G. Tower
R-Tex
Hickenlooper
Senate Republican Policy Committee
Tower
Deductibles In Health Program Face Senate Review
Washington AP reports the Johnson administration eased into the Senate stance on health care for the flu but no final decision was reached after White House review. Democrats worry deductibles may disappoint elderly beneficiaries as House bill features 40 dollar upfront payment and 80 percent plan coverage with 20 percent patient share. Senator Anderson defends the provisions while Senator Dill notes close scrutiny in Finance Committee discussions.
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Clinton P. Anderson
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