Government Welfare Programs and Budget Pressures
The article notes about half of voters receive regular checks and many more benefit from food stamps lunches and welfare programs. It highlights the growing cost of these programs now around 20 percent of the federal budget and the risk of inflation driving costs higher under the Nixon administration. It urges study of duplicated programs and slower spending growth while aiming for balanced budgets and lower taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nixon
Congress
Deadly ear infection misread as swimmer’s ear warning
Dr James R Chandler chief of otolaryngology at the University of Miami warns of a virulent Pseudomonas aeruginosa ear infection that begins like external ear inflammation but progresses rapidly risking facial palsies meningitis and death. Early diagnosis and surgery can help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James R. Chandler
Division of
Otolaryngology
University of Miami School of Medicine
Chandler
Wisdom From Youth: Weaknesses and Strengths Revealed
An 18 year old reflects on self perception noting that weaknesses can be endearing or offset by effort, while perceived strengths may become the very flaw that leads to downfall. The observation emphasizes humility and self awareness.
Growth and maturity in spots not uniform
Sydney Harris argues that mental maturity and emotional/spiritual depth vary by person and context. He warns that genuine persuasion requires stepping to another’s view and walking toward common ground rather than correcting or pleasing others. He stresses individuality over conformity and the value of solitary reflection.
Great Society call to heal the nation and renew optimism
The piece argues for a binding national renewal through a New Deal and Fair Deal, aiming to unify the country with a Great Crusade and Great Society while urging resolve against pessimists who see only gloom. It frames a path toward optimism, national unity, and ambitious reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times News Service
New York
Blessings in a Nixon Victory Political Columns Cheer
Russell Baker offers a satirical take on the 1968 election results noting three broad voter camps and listing unexpected silver linings. He laughs at Agnew learning government, Nixon’s continued influence, and the coming debates over taxes and the electoral college, while reframing crisis as opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Nixon
Hubert Humphrey
Spiro Agnew
Dick Nixon
California
Nixon
End of Penny Candy Era Sparks Nostalgia and Tax Talk
George Robeson laments the loss of penny candy as manufacturers discontinue one cent bars and penny gum. He recalls Abba Zabba and Kandy Korn while noting five cent items remain and vending machines may shift to nickel pricing. He recalls a 1966 hometown visit and argues Armistice Day should stay distinct from Veterans Day to avoid overloading holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrigley Jr. Company
Morey Shenkoff
Political Snippets From a Florida School and Congress
A satirical take notes a Florida senator teaching English as a foreign language and a congressman opposing change. It mocks debates over education reforms and suggests longer holidays for football. It also jokes about sports betting and concerns over racism in public life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Columnists Chosen To Represent Diverse Viewpoints
Opinion columnists on the page reflect diverse viewpoints and do not necessarily mirror the newspaper's official stance. The panel includes voices from across the political spectrum, offering contrasting analyses and commentary.
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L. A. C. Says
L. A. Collins Sr
Cal and Otological Society
National Heart Institute
New England Journal of Medicine
Medical Science Editor
Sydney Harris
Russell Baker
Lyndon Johnson
Adam Clayton Powell
Bimini
John McCormack
House of Representatives
House
Dean Rusk
Walt Rostow
Sen
Strom Thurmond
Thurmond
White House
Illinois
Daley
Humphrey
Berry's
NEA, Te Hier Btn
Mayor Daley
George Robeson
Senator Soaper
By Bill Vaughan
Sludgepump
Bindi O
Erra
Bay
Four Roses
Four Roses Distillers Company
N.Y.C
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