Editorial criticizes Dworak push to restrict public records access
The piece notes Nebraska senator Don Dworak championed openness but now proposes 1978 legislation requiring identity and purpose to inspect public disclosure statements. It argues the plan would erode sunshine laws and curb citizen scrutiny, a dangerous shift for democracy.
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Don Dworak
Nebraska
Columbus
Nebraska Political Accountability and Disclosure Commission
Dworak
Journal proposes Nebraska Colorado sportsmanship honor
The Journal urges an annual good sportsmanship award for the Nebraska Colorado game. Host team players would select a visiting rival, recognizing shared effort after last Saturday’s incident involving Colorado’s Tom Perry and a broad wave of Nebraskan support.
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Nebraska
Oklahoma State
Colorado
Tom Perry
Memorial Stadium
Perry
Lincoln Journal honors regional education and service leaders
Gwen Hurst Lincoln High School senior wins NCTE achievement award in writing. Raymond Hogrefe, FHWA administrator in Lincoln, earns Silver Award for meritorious service. Helen Van Sickle honored by National Kidney Foundation for leadership inVeterans Hospital unit. William A. Mitchell retires from General Foods after 36 years and receives NWU alumni medal. No Greater Love commendations go to 12 Vietnam veterans led by State Sen. DeCamp. Dentists Dr. Gerald J. Tussing and Dr. Raymond C. Peterson receive university and distinguished service awards. Nebraska Honor Award recipients include Viola Bahls Kris Berg and Merrill Aitcheson. David G. Mitten named Realtor of the Year. Several cities win community awards. Canada donates 200 books to UNL to foster ties. Editorials reflect The Journal’s opinions.
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Lincoln Journal
Gwen Hurst
Lincoln
National Council of Teachers of
John DeCamp
Neligh
No Greater Love
Ni Association
University of Nebraska College of Dentistry
Gerald J. Tussing
Periodontics
Raymond C. Peterson
Santa Ana
Calif
Nebraska Association For Health, Physical Education and Recreation
Viola Bahls
UNL
Kris Berg
UNC
Merrill Aitcheson
Nissen Corp
David G. Mitten
Fremont
Carter's political fortunes challenged by pundits
Garry Wills argues that Carter's popularity follows a familiar presidential arc. The first year brings high hopes and a crisis, the second year appeases lawmakers, the third year tough measures, and the fourth year optimism for reelection. War often boosts ratings, yet long-term shifts depend on policy and events.
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Garry Wills
Jimmy Carter
Carter
Lance
Bay of Pigs
Kennedy
A Moment's Thought by Rev G Bruce Currier
A brief devotional selecting Amos 5 14 urging readers to seek good and shun evil so the Lord may be with them, presented by Second Baptist Church pastor Rev G Bruce Currier.
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Lord
God of Hosts
G. Bruce Currier
Second Baptist Church
Hypocrisy in South Africa protests heard in debate
James Kilpatrick argues that Western views of South Africa mix hypocrisy with clarity. He contrasts Pretoria’s stance with U.S. outraged rhetoric, urges restraint from American leaders, and suggests potential reform if domestic tensions ease. The piece warns against rushing judgments and urges patience in the face of apartheid.
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James Kilpatrick
South Africa
Academia
Capitol Hill
Pretoria
Vorster
Sending Jim Crow to Pretoria
Nicholas von Hoffman critiques American policy on South Africa and argues against George Ball's interventionist stance while praising Mondale's one person one vote principle. The piece questions U S leverage and warns of risks from meddling in internal affairs amid domestic racial tensions.
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Nicholas von Hoffman
U.N
Andrew Young
South Africa
Mondale
America
George Ball
Wall Street
State Department
Atlantic Magazine
Ball
United States
Public Mind on Fonda Plan to Expand Public Control
Readers critique Jane Fonda proposals to transfer corporate power to the public noting U S free enterprise provides affordable goods and contrasting with socialist states where prices are high. The letter urges Fonda to open movie contracts to public scrutiny and lower her income to curb costs.
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Jane Fonda
U.S
Scandinavia
Ms. Fonda
Fonda Speech Sparks Clash Over Focus On Attire
Readers defend the substance of Jane Fonda's University address against critique of attendees' clothing. Debates touch on racism, cultural homogeneity, and interpreting historical missions, linking fashion commentary to broader societal outcomes and religious perspectives.
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Portugal
Jamestown
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Washington Star Syndicate
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Soul
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Jim Crow
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Doane Owl
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Wrete
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McClatchy
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