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Newspaper
Lincoln Journal
Location
Lincoln, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1977
Page
4
The Lincoln Journal Star Printing Co. at 926 P Street Lincoln Nebraska publishes and operates the Lincoln newspaper. The listing notes contact by phone 432 3331 for services and subscriptions.
The House voted 336 to 38 to block applying Social Security to federal civilian workers in five years, leaving 2.8 million federal employees outside the system. Critics warn of missed guarantees and a double standard as Congress skirts universal retirement coverage.
In September American firms sold a record 10.9 billion dollars of goods abroad, while imports kept the trade deficit to 1.7 billion. After three quarters in 1977, the deficit stood at 19.3 billion, with oil dependence cited as a major factor and Congress urged to act boldly. The piece closes with a biblical-motivated exhortation.
The piece argues that a new highway and bridge will draw growth to the strip outside the county seat, inflating land prices and attracting out of town investment. Downtowns decline as suburbs prosper, with zoning fights and environmental disputes likely and lasting costs borne by the county.
The article argues that militant conservative groups gain momentum for the 1978 campaigns, coordinating across party lines to target governors, state legislatures, and Congress. It notes plans to transform the GOP into a conservative national party and pressure public bodies on issues from Panama Canal to defense and ERA, shaping votes ahead of 1980.
Tom Braden notes Black voters remain loyal to Carter, despite dissatisfaction over his wait-and-see economic policy. Inflation hits fixed income groups hardest, and many Blacks lack assets to hedge against rising prices, though party support remains strong.
Readers comment on farm economics and gender roles in 1977, noting wives working in farming, the shift from pioneer days, and chicken markets. The editor cites federal authority on troops and desegregation, along with thanks to Youth Employment Service coverage and media stance on pornographic ads.
A Lincoln Journal editorial questions claims of a ready US commando force for U S crisis responses and cites Attorney General Griffin Bell saying military commandos cannot seize craft in the United States It asks why such a force exists and whether the public should be informed with facts and lawfulness. Kenneth G. Witt expresses concern.
In a Public Mind letter dated Oct 18 the author argues no-fault divorce hurts both spouses, noting the husband and father lose home and family after years of work. The writer insists fairness should apply regardless of sex.
The Washington Post summary notes a Carter administration effort to tax and control energy costs meets industry calls for deregulated natural gas pricing. It frames the fight as equity versus efficiency, with Harvard economist Dunlop underscoring the split between political equity and economic efficiency shaping future policy debates.
Chicago report says the American Cancer Society will launch a new advertisement titled Smoking Stinks aimed at teenagers buying cigarettes. The campaign highlights that smoking causes bad breath, responding to studies showing teens fear bad breath more than death due to TV exposure.
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