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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1976
Page
17
The Long Beach City Council should back the Grand Prix as a city asset. The event draws 100000 visitors over three days, fills most hotels, and generates tax revenue. Despite costs, publicity value and tourism impact justify support, with council delaying $130000 debt collection to allow a 1977 race.
Washington notes a lack of hard action on national energy policy amid rising imports and stalled conservation efforts. The piece recalls the 1973-74 oil embargo, warns that urgency has faded, and argues for bold, space-age energy programs and freer markets to spur development. It contrasts public exhortations with scant decisive measures.
A study suggests a likely majority of eligible Americans may skip a presidential election for the first time in over 30 years, echoing themes of party sameness and voter disengagement. The piece notes turnout declines from 1960 to 1985 and cites union and worker attitudes as contributing factors. It highlights episodes of low participation among labor groups and the public’s habit of criticizing but not voting.
Wall Street Journal proposes silencing editorial pages to reduce comment and restore clarity in tax reform debate. The piece argues readers should wait for voters to choose new Congress and questions who can comment on many issues. Walter Lippmann is cited on democracy and public discourse. Some say the PhD is useless. not at all, you’ve got to be one to read one.
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