Editorial on Democracy in Japan and Election Prospects
The Liberal Democratic Party faces a slim House majority erosion as polls point to losses for the LDP and the Socialist Party with gains for center parties like Komeito and New Liberal Club. Despite potential coalitions, U.S.-Japan policy remains unlikely to change. Japan’s democracy endures amid domestic woes and inflation.
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Liberal Democratic Party of Japan
House of Councillors
LDP
Japan Socialist Party
Democratic Socialist Party
Komeito
New Liberal Clan
LDT
Lockheed
Japan
U.S
Russia
Defense retirement benefits defended as national defense
The piece argues for military retirement pay as an incentive to recruit and retain volunteers, noting historical issues under General Scott and reliance on the Soldiers Home. It rebuts Downey’s economy critique, stressing that retirement keeps forces young and ready, with federal outlays tied to national defense and future security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Winfield Scott
Washington
D.C
Thomas J. Downey
D-N.y
Baltimore Sun
Downey
Fidel Castro hosts American trade delegation at elite Havana reception
Bob Wiedrich reports from Havana on Fidel Castro entertaining 44 businessmen and 23 wives at the House of Receptions. The display blends luxury with propaganda as Castro mingles, speaks English, and touts Cuba’s regime while guests observe a refined, classed system where elites enjoy rare access to power.
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Havana
Fidel Castro
Castro
Ist
Gastro
Arthur Massalo
First National Bank of Chicago
Illinois
Cook County
Thomas Tully
Chicago
Laetrile fuels drug controversy in Congress stalemate
The FDA faces pressure from freedom of choice advocates who want to legalize Laetrile and weaken proof of efficacy requirements. Supporters argue patients should pick medicines, while opponents warn of unsafe drugs and industry fraud. Hearings are planned mid July with states already approving Laetrile.
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Washington
Food and Drug Administration
FDA
House
Senate
Edward M. Kennedy
Dmass
Congress
United States
Harry St. McDonald
D-Ga
Jesse Hela
Wen.c
Europe
Helms
McDonald
Stuart Nightingale
PDA
Bureau of Drugs
Carter's Middle East stance alarms Jewish leaders
Washington reports reveal a 21 point grievance list from influential Jewish leaders criticizing President Carter over Middle East policy. They condemn the withdrawal of the concussion bomb sale, question weapon sales to Saudi Arabia, and fume at public hints of a one sided peace plan. They cite praise for Sadat Hussein and Assad, leaks about Rabin, and support for a Palestinian homeland, warning Carter may pressure Israel into an unfavorable deal. The letter notes concern over public negotiations and potential use of U.S. leverage to shape terms of settlement.
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Washington
Carter
Middle East
Israel
Gerald Ford
U.S
Saudi Arabia
Egypt
Anwar Sadat
Jordan
Hussein
Fahd
Syria
Hafez Assad
Angad
Yitzhak Rabin
Menahem Begin
Mideast
Benjamin Rosenthal
D-N.y
Rosenthal
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Wallen
Telecatons
Democracy In
Fidel
Bob Wiedrich
Knight News Service
Hhrough
Cuba
Cuban Communist Party
Armando Hart
Juan Almeida
Batista
Vilma Espin
Raul
Federation of
Cuban Women
Armando
Juan
Vilma
Argentina
Che
Laetrile
The
Congressional Quarterly
Dad Andersen
Les Whitten
Independent Press-Telegram
Samuel C. Cameron
Miles E. Sings
Boo Ohl
David Lovinsa
Bert Resnik
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