Reagan Front Runner Gains Momentum in Early Presidential Tilt
The piece argues Reagan faces little direct opposition to Ford in the GOP race as the Illinois primary nears. It notes Reagan’s growing strength, Ford’s lagging polling, and the likelihood that key early contests in New Hampshire Massachusetts Florida and North Carolina will shape the race, with a collision between candidacies possible by autumn.
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U S arms cross border to Angola amid Cold War tension
The United States may be supplying military aid to Zaire that ends up crossing into Angola to curb the Soviet backed MPLA. Viewpoints warn of a developing Vietnam style conflict with competing plays by China South Africa and Cuba and urge stronger diplomatic actions over weapons.
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Democrats Scoreboard on Campaign Cash Allegations
Democrats accuse Republicans of disclosure failures while facing their own $50,000 illegal Ashland Oil donation scandal. DNC chair Robert Strauss admitted the funds came from corporate officials and not personal accounts, yet funds were not returned. Public opinion views politicians unfavorably.
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Feeding the parasites letter to the editor critique
A reader argues that federal spending is out of control and that taxes fund a parasitic government. The letter denounces socialism and calls for tax cuts, reduced government growth, and voter pressure to replace politicians, urging a tax reform campaign nationwide.
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Bush naive on CIA role in covert actions
The columnist questions George Bush for CIA director, arguing his stance favors presidential control and NSC consultation over congressional oversight. It warns Bush may be naive about the NSC and the risks of nonpartisan intelligence and warns against placing a partisan ally in charge.
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Campaigning tactics and gun law debate in the primaries
The piece analyzes how anti gun law activists use bullet voting by branding a rival as the enemy who will strip hunting rights. It argues the tactic targets Ford and Reagan in primaries, noting Republicans would avoid public hostility to fellow GOP figures and may pivot to attacking a disliked place instead.
Ford and Reagan weaponize geography in campaign rhetoric
The piece argues that Jerry Ford and Ronald Reagan exploit geographic imagery to attack New York City and Washington. It notes Ford’s detente stance and naval arguments, plus Kissinger’s influence, while predicting Reagan and others will press Washington as the ultimate villain in political strategy.
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