Defense Chief Clifford Runs Pentagon Differently From McNamara
Washington dispatch portrays Clark Clifford as a hands on secretary of defense since March 1968. He maintains McNamara's policy core but keeps decision making with his aides and avoids micromanaging day to day operations. Clifford emphasizes flexible leadership and broad policy oversight amid Vietnam and defense debates.
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SIDE GLANCES: Clifford’s stance on power and peace
Gill Fox notes Clifford shifts from McNamara’s view of defense via hardware to using power as bargaining leverage with Russia. He urges a foundation of power for peace, supports disengagement in Vietnam, and seeks a negotiated end to the nuclear arms race while upholding civilian control of the military.
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Blarney Stone Not For Sale Says Local Cork Resident
An unidentified American offered a large sum for the Blarney Stone but locals in Cork refuse to part with the four by one inch by nine inch limestone rock set in Blarney Castle. Legends tie it to Jacob’s Pillow Crusades and Robert Bruce. The stone’s famed eloquence gift is guarded by a challenging kiss amid castle ruins.
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