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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1976
Page
13
A letter argues against Propositions 3 and 12 on the November ballot. It says a 25 million state bond would fund low interest solar heating and cooling systems for homeowners, mainly benefiting the wealthy. It urges a NO vote, noting public funds should not subsidize private homes and criticizing loan programs for upper income households.
A San Francisco Bay Area report led by W Webber finds BART carries only two percent of regional commuter traffic and relies on regressive taxes while riders tend to be upper income. It suggests expanding express buses and van pools to lure motorists, and advises delaying fixed rail until patronage justifies the cost. Los Angeles officials are urged to favor bus improvements over rail plans pending further data.
In a lively second U.S. presidential debate, Ford and Carter traded strong attacks and measured policy contrasts on foreign and domestic issues. Each pressed leadership claims while appealing to minority voters, with both showing preparation and aggression, leaving voters hopeful but unsettled about November outcomes.
The piece argues Moynihan stands as a decisive moral advocate in foreign policy, preferring principled leadership over expedient deals. It contrasts him with critics, cites support from Buckley and Carter, and praises Moynihan's readiness to challenge appeasement and defend democratic values abroad.
A profile of Fayette mayor W. Evers reveals racial divides and power dynamics as white shopkeepers fear economic backlash while black leaders mobilize support. Evers criticizes racism, urging conversation and unity, and contrasts rising tensions with calls for cooperative change.
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