New religion every four years haunts transition era
In a Washington column the writer recalls the ritualized religion built around presidents during transitions. The piece argues this cycle drains genuine leadership, noting how loyalty flattery and public worship shape the circle around Carter and prior administrations. The author suggests ways Carter could counteract this dynamic by engaging outsiders and returning to Plains, with Billy Carter offering plainspoken perspective.
Chile releases most political prisoners under siege rule
The Chilean government freed 323 prisoners held without charge under the state of siege while about 900 others remain tried and sentenced for various offenses. Repression of Allende followers continues as military rulers seek to regain international legitimacy and preserve US ties with Santiago.
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A Very Real Problem On Icy Side Streets
Letter to the editor expresses concern over slick icy streets in surrounding areas. The writer notes side streets have less traffic and fear sliding into parked cars, telephone poles, or pedestrians including schoolchildren. They insist icy conditions are a serious safety issue and not a laughing matter.
Salt as Safety Measure to Cut Freak Accidents
Dennis The Menace frames a complaint about icy streets and asks the city to apply salt as a safety measure. The writer argues that while salt cannot prevent every accident, consistent de-icing would reduce the number of freak accidents and protect pedestrians and drivers.
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Last Maoist myth punctured by London findings
Jeffrey Hart critiques the belief that Maoist China fed its people. Mirian and Ivan London collate refugee testimony and official sources to reveal a grim China with famine from 1958 to 1962, widespread poverty, and a planned disaster despite Western claims of abundance.
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Dictograph high security key lock touted as burglar-proof
New York security feature touts a Dictograph High Security Key Lock claimed to be pick resistant with unique key blends and exclusive blanks. The system uses computer generated combinations, certified mail verification, and a限rsquo.headquarters only key production, but warns even the best protections fail if a key is left in a pocket. A Long Island seminar advises seniors on self protection and practical precautions to avoid theft and scams.
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