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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1976
Page
12
The Las Vegas Sun invites letters to the editor printed under Where We Stand. Letters must be up to 150 words and are subject to editing or deletion. Libelous or tasteless statements will not be printed. Names can be withheld on request. sign your name if you request nonuse.
Cass Anderson argues that the U.S. government fails to reflect majority will. He cites Congress, the Supreme Court, and federal controls on housing and schools as evidence, claiming citizens have little voice while lobbyists and minorities dominate policy.
A reader objects to an editorial stance on immigration noting that foreign investors may create jobs. The letter argues against increasing the minimum investment from ten thousand to fifty thousand dollars and calls for public comment on a Federal Register proposal. It asserts many immigration attorneys oppose the change and urges opposition from those who fear job competition.
A reader writes to celebrate 32 years of marriage and wishes the couple many more happy years. The note praises the couple and the paper, expressing gratitude for enjoyment of the publication.
W. G. Flangas criticizes the 1976 University of Nevada yearbook Artemisia for alleged trashy content and indecent humor. He condemns the edition as low class, calls for higher standards, and questions academic freedom and taxpayer support.
The text lauds Bill Briare and city commission members for public dedication and for keeping low moral standards from streets and businesses. It praises prayer breakfast turnout and urges business owners to inspect and clean up their establishments. It ends with a blessing and a Bible verse.
A reader praises Jimmy Carter and urges support in Nevada arguing he is a mature, honest, and sensible leader. The letter notes Carter's prior Iowa caucus victories and predicts delegate potential in Nevada. The writer emphasizes personal investment in politics and economy and endorses Carter's candidacy.
Student body president notes many school events invite youth to express views but criticizes some speakers for steering comments. He urges more open minded formats with educators and nonpartisan guests to promote independent thinking and better service to students.
Marjory Becker thanks SUN for backing handicapped children in summer programs and reports a May 13 school board agreement to adjust a two hour daily six week plan. Parents fault transportation denial and accuse Dr Guinn of misleading policy versus law while hoping for fair treatment and a $10,000 transportation fund.
A Nevada reader denounces Paul Laxalt and his national campaign role linking Reagan and Ford. The letter argues Laxalt ignored Nevada interests, split the party, and fosters unachievable promises about land and political influence, ending with a censure of leading figures.
The annual Caesars Palace event brings tennis stars and TV coverage to Las Vegas, with broader city benefits felt beyond the casino. Acknowledgment goes to Caesars Palace and staff including Pancho Gonzalez for their efforts in delivering the tournament.
23 year old man from Sweden requests letter friends and a newspaper notice to connect with people in a U.S. state. He plans to visit in autumn after civil engineering studies and aims to arrange contacts with local residents. He provides Gothenburg address for replies.
Mesquite Club and Memorial Garden Committee thank Sun coverage for May 6 dedication at Lorenzi Park. The community sees photos of members in garden attire as the club showcases its development for residents. Panche Zucker.
I write to my sister Melanie in hopes she and her husband and eight month pregnant baby will read this note. They left Florida for Las Vegas two months ago and have not contacted us since. My mother sent a bus ticket and money once, fearing for their safety, but they never arrived or called. My mother has suffered a nervous breakdown over this. Please publish this letter so Melanie may reach out and contact us.
A reader criticizes FICA funding prospects stating it will exhaust by 1980 and questions support for welfare non-taxpayers. The letter argues redirection of billions abroad and urges a 1976 shift to a people governed nation, praising a smiling peanut farmer as possible reform.
Intelligence suggests several thousand Cubans were sent to Panama to aid Torrijos in securing the Canal Zone. A vitriolic speech warned against the United States unless control is ceded, while defenders note defending the canal remains essential amidst provocative rhetoric.
An unnamed Ohio congressman's secretary faces disqualification prompting scrutiny of secrecy in the staff. Publication rumors link magazine houses buying souls as a provocative metaphor for ethics concerns in politics.
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