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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1977
Page
7
The piece argues current and proposed minimum wage levels affect employment, noting unemployment rises for unskilled and youth as wages rise. It cites Milton Friedman and Senator Cranston, critiques labor union pressure, and a small electronics firm illustrating the cross over point where higher wages make automation cheaper than hiring.
A reader reports receiving a letter from Senator Alan Cranston offering a year of the official newsletter with a card to request issues of interest. He notes the service is taxpayer funded and questions why taxpayers should pay for campaign material, while adding he would like federal spending reduced.
Readers praise Don Culpepper for Belmont Pier coverage and urge city to restore night patrols, wharfinger staffing, security patrols, and on-site parking. They warn against budget cuts and note impact on residents, traffic, and safety amid the Grand Prix complaints and broader energy concerns.
A survey shows Americans claim support for President Carter's energy cuts but daily habits reveal varied adherence. Shoppers and households list numerous electric devices while some plan travel and leisure, highlighting mixed commitment to a moral energy sacrifice. Local retailers report no sharp drop in electric goods amid the energy message.
Karen Meyer of Bellflower writes about disgust at roadside litter from beer and pop cans. A sixteen year old urges readers to pick up trash and dispose properly to protect the earth for future children and grandchildren.
A resident letter questions the city and press coverage of a Grand Prix race. They accuse officials of ignoring local voices and claim public funds are misapplied while businesses near the course suffer from road closures and noise. The author seeks clarity on who bears costs and disruption.
The author argues rent control harms landowners and renters alike, noting wealth or poverty does not determine home ownership. He cites Fred Allen as an example of wealth owning multiple homes yet renting, and urges readers to consider property rights and free pricing. He challenges officials and voters to answer if they would sell or rent at others’ set prices.
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