Education and elitism in a democratic education system
The piece argues higher education faces an uncertain future due to democratization. It defends elitism as essential, noting education must remain an elite undertaking with high standards to prevent decline and preserve civilization. It cites Daedalus Fall 1974 discussions and Dr. Golding’s critique of broad schooling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brage Golding
San Diego
Calif
Kent State
Allan Bloom
University of Toronto
Golding
Dr. Golding
Bloom
Daedalus
American Academy of Arts and Sciences
New York City Mayoral Runoff Emerges From Primary
In the Democratic primary Ed Koch and Mario Cuomo emerge as top contenders for the runoff with Beame and Abzug trailing. The campaign centers on crime policing and capital punishment, while ethnic and religious dynamics shape voter mood and the city’s political climate.
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Ed Koch
Mario Cuomo
Hugh Carey
Cuomo
Koch
The
Post
Daily News
Beame
Abzug
Percy Sutton
New York
Herman Badillo
Politicians at Heart but City Managers in Practice
Max Lerner contrasts political figures with literate, reflective leaders who adopt a management style in big city government. The piece notes an alliance between politics and Big Media, citing Koch and Cuomo’s heavy TV spending. Cuomo spent about a million dollars, Koch around six hundred thousand, aided by David Garth and Bess Myerson in Kochs campaign.
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Richard Daley
Koch
Cuomo
David Garth
Bess Myerson
Tranquillity Replaces Fraternity as National Focus
The piece asserts that the overriding mood in American cities is for domestic tranquillity driven by concerns over crime and safety. It argues liberty and equality remain dominant but tranquillity rises in priority, shaping governance and social structure to ensure tolerable security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American
America
Oklahoma politically tangled Canal plan debate continues
Governor Boren contemplates replacing a Capitol south parking area with a park and lake amidst critics who warn against meddling with nature. The Sooner Cynic quips about desires for order in home life and the day’s lighter jokes touch on sports and local politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boren
Capitol
Statehouse
Parents Should Not Pretend Better Than They Are
Opinion argues parents mislead children by portrayal of perfection. It contrasts Lincoln's human warmth with Washington's aloof nobility. The author suggests Lincoln feels closer due to flaws and humor, while Washington remains distant myth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Washington
A Father Like Lincoln Not Washington Says Harris
The piece argues against overglorifying fathers who imitate Washington. It urges honesty and humility for fathers to earn lasting respect, noting Lincoln’s appeal lay in acknowledging flaws, not perfection. It reflects on how children forgive hypocrisy more than false hauteur.
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Lincoln
Mileage figures and government labeling in consumer ads
A King Features column questions government backed labeling and mileage figures in car ads and other products. It argues that official testing can mislead consumers and that manufacturers and retailers often benefit from government certification while consumers lose incentive to self educate. The piece likens EPA mileage debates to broader labeling trends across foods and wines.
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Congress
Beef Trust
Alfred Beveridge
Department of Agriculture
U.S
Safeway
A&p
Uncle Shill
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Ted Ralston
Wm. H. Sullivan
James T. Gentry
Alfred Wallace
Manaoger
Oklahoma Press Association
Southern Newspaper Publishers Association
American Newspaper Publishers Association
James
Jesus
Copley
New York City
Abe Beame
Bella Abzug
Max Lerner
Los Angeles Times
Oklahoma
Ohio State
Cynic
Oklahoma Natural Gas. Co
Tulsa
Rush Springs
State Supreme Court
Bud Stewart
Rep
Ted Risenhoover
Dunagin
Sydney J. Harris
Field Newspaper Syndicate
By Nicholas von Hoffman
King Features Syndicate
EPA
Federal Trade Commission
Uncle Sam
Europe
United States
Samuel
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