Poverty politics and housewives seek tax relief and reform
A housewife audience discusses rising taxes and federal poverty programs. They urge organized action by the United Housewives of America to challenge government handouts and labor power. The piece notes upcoming Poverty Rights Action Center protests for a guaranteed income and cites Dr George A Wiley and historical Townsend schemes.
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United Housewives of America
Washington
Thomas M. Pelly
Poverty Rights Action Center
George A. Wiley
The
Congress of Racial Equality
Nevada voters face gambling tax petition and study issues
A Nevada editorial argues for openness on a legislative study of gaming finances and warns of a credibility gap if discussions are hidden. It urges voters to decide on a gambling tax petition and notes the 1966 session ordered an independent audit costing 100000 to 150000 dollars. It also reports President Johnson’s push to expand Vietnam War power and outlines military commitments.
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Nevada
Nevada Legislative Commission
President Limits Airstrike Targets in Vietnam War Briefings
In remarks on Vietnam policy the President opposes bombing two Hanoi airfields now controlled by Russians due to risk of heavy Russian casualties and war escalation. He cites two Hai Phong oil depots, a Hanoi water tank, and Red River dam network as other vital targets if needed to force North Vietnam. He argues military gains justify actions and notes improved military outlook despite domestic antiwar pressures.
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Washington
Johnson
Congress
Viet Nam
Westmoreland
U. S
South Viet Nam
Thailand
Guam
GOP
North Viet Nam
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Senate
Everett Dirksen
Hanoi
Haiphong
Red River
Kye
Change at State urged to seize Africa policy opportunity
Carl Rowan argues President Johnson should replace State Department leadership to inject vigor and boldness in U S foreign policy. He urges sending an ambassador to Guinea, criticizes legalistic delays, and praises Kennedy’s Africa stance while urging high level presidential visits and fresh approach to sub Sahara affairs.
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Washington
Thomas Mann
State Department
George Ball
Dean Rusk
Johnson
Guinea
Switzerland
Cuba
Sekou Toure
Kwame Nkrumah
U. S
Toure
United States
Nkrumah
sub-Saharan Africa
Senegal
Organization For African Unity
Hubert Humphrey
Africa
Brussels
London
Two Administrations Under the Same Critics
The piece argues a paradox within Washington press criticism of both Eisenhower and Johnson. It notes critics call each leader weak and overbearing, while applying opposite labels in alternating days. The author suggests critics see themselves as wiser than presidents and advisers in major policy choices.
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Washington
Dwight Eisenhower
Washington Press Corps
Congress
Lyndon Johnson
Johnson
Viet Nam
Eisenhower
Ton
Inquiring Photographer Readers Vote on Ads and Jokes
A feature gathers reader reactions to commercials from Alka Seltzer to Cover Girl. Respondents praise creative approaches and direct messaging while critiquing excessive selling points and flashy production. Several recall memorable VW ads and the humor of the hoist gag.
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Linda Lund
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