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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1977
Page
6
An editorial argues Social Security is here to stay but financially strained. It urges raising payroll taxes, reforming structure for fairness, and resisting tapping general funds to bail out the program. The piece emphasizes protecting the fund’s integrity and limiting payments to support the aged.
Washington pundits note the presidents pledge to simplify income tax filing by next Sept 30 after thorough analysis, but critics warn reforms will likely fail to meet Carter's promise as tax laws grow more complex. Officials anticipate added social aims and energy provisions complicating IRS forms and everyday filers.
The piece argues against fear over offshore Atlantic drilling citing Dr. Herman Kahn and studies by Alfred Friendly and Philip Abelson. It notes oil spills show limited long term impact due to bacteria and natural processes, cites historic tanker losses, and calls for continued offshore exploration with improved safety and ecological balance.
Washington column notes the Nixon Frost interviews drew big audiences though not on networks. It argues three firms control news, urges diverse sources, cites NBC WMAQ Chicago and other local broadcasts as examples of sensationalist coverage.
President Carter dismissed Maj. Gen. John Singlaub as chief of staff in South Korea, prompting debate on civilian authority over the military. The essay weighs the MacArthur precedent, notes Singlaub’s limited prominence, and questions the handling and public airing of policy disagreements.
A fragment attributes a maxim to Logan Pearsall Smith about dining with the rich and seeking joy with the poor who can feel happiness. The line reflects social class contrast and clever wit.
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