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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1977
Page
4
The editorial argues the Dutch government acted responsibly during the siege by South Moluccan terrorists, stating hostages made negotiation risky and acknowledging the bloodshed was caused by the extremists. It condemns violence and notes increased tension between Dutch society and Moluccan residents.
The piece argues for aggressive suppression of foreign trade barriers and a proactive U S stance in negotiations. It notes Japan and West Germany run surpluses while the United States runs a large deficit and calls for a forward free trade strategy led by the trade negotiator Robert Strauss. It stresses pressing foreign governments to ease restrictions on American autos and farm products.
The piece notes the Miller v. California standard and Cleveland's plan to use a large-scale questionnaire to define what counts as obscene. It questions community size and asks how to measure prurient interest, citing Harry Reems and debates on snuff films, while acknowledging the experiment's potential value.
A column questions the push for Andrew Young's resignation amid a New York Times debate on racism. It argues Young should act as a diplomat at the UN without making race central to his duties and mocks Julius Lester's defense of Young.
Albert A. Briggs, Chicago district superintendent, challenges a nationwide diploma fraud by denying advancement to 675 of 1,289 eighth graders unable to read at a sixth grade level. He cites reading clinics that helped some and warns diplomas often certify illiterate graduates, urging fixed grading and true literacy standards.
In Chicago, Superintendent Briggs promotes repeating students who do not learn, arguing schools must reassess standards and teachers' competence. He cites parental support and national attention, framing passing through as inadequate and calling for disciplined, formed learners before graduation.
The state plans to appeal a prison ruling while Rep. John Monks seeks to expand his district to include Anita Bryant. A resolution praising Anita B. in Florida stirs reaction from David Boren and the governor, who supports the idea but won’t obsess over hourly salutes.
A collection of witty quotes and quips from editors and magazines. Poking at mortgage boasting, travel tips for Americans abroad, tax gripes, postage costs, discretion vs timing, music acoustics, and car efficiency jokes. The items are brief, punchy observations reflecting light commentary and satire.
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