Marijuana Decriminalization Debate Prompts Federal Reconsideration
Dr Peter Bourne seeks to end criminal penalties for marijuana while President Carter aims to curb drug abuse. The piece notes most arrests occur under state law and cites rising pot use, traffic fatality links, and concerns about public health and safety as the nation debates policy.
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Youth Jobs Plan Aims to Trim Minimum Wage Rules
President Carter outlines a youth employment concept to update the Jobs Corps with minimal taxpayer cost. He favors altering the minimum wage for young workers to allow productive hiring without a broad government program.
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Carter
HEW
Joseph Califano
Electoral College Debate Reflects Federal Balance and Reform
The author weighs Carter’s push for direct presidential elections and universal registration against preserving an electoral framework. He supports keeping state weight in the process to limit absolutism of the majority, arguing federal balance preserves regional and state identity within a united republic.
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Carter
Congress
America
MR. Carter
Direct national primaries vs state primaries debated
Max Lerner argues for preserving state primaries to honor federalism and test candidates in state suffrage. He critiques a pure national primary plan and notes the electoral college’s mixed impact on small and large states. He cites Carter and Harrison to illustrate the evolving role of media and the balance of state versus national votes.
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Nevada
Wyoming
Jimmy Carter
Benjamin Harrison
Educated Persons Pursue Truth Amid Modern Debate
A speaker contrasts mere literacy with true education and discernment. The piece cites Allan Ginsberg and religious leaders noting disappointment as ex-proteges push a medieval dictatorship in a once free realm. It probes whether graduation equals real wisdom or the ability to separate truth from illusion.
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Freedom, Peace
All Things Bright and Beautiful
Educational clash erupts over kindergarten reorganization
Dr. Max Rafferty faces heated protest as supporters and critics clash over new early education plan. Accusations of mismanagement and demands for improved curriculum mark the tense disagreement between factions.
Oklahoma Satire and National Debate Echo in Western View
A regional column mocks antiwar petition signs by 90s activists including Joan Baez and Paul O Dwyer, labels them uneducated, and claims their stance harmed U S actions in Vietnam. It critiques Oklahoma GOP leadership Paula Unruh and notes ERAs committee routing, OSU leadership changes, and local attitudes toward civics and sports.
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Joan Baez
New York City
World Economy Still Dependent On U S Trade
Washington commentary argues the global economy hinges on continued American trade. It critiques protectionist calls and COMPACT for urging limits on Japanese products, noting reciprocal benefits of open markets and the risks of economic isolationism.
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Compact
Committee To Preserve
Japan
Canada
Notable Quotes From Jefferson Whately Bonko
A set of brief remarks on leadership wealth and church giving. Jefferson notes reputations tied to office, Whately champions habit over fortune, Bonko observes churches favor donations over open welcome.
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Thomas Jefferson
Richard Whately
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