Reflections on Angola Policy and Cold War Choices
A veteran observer argues for restraint in Angola amid Cold War pressures. He contrasts options from a low posture to a full invasion, recalling Vietnam and Korea debates, and suggests using naval and military leverage while avoiding escalation. He recalls UDI, Laos, and Rhodesia, urging cautious, measured action.
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Sanford Pain and the Price of Presidential Accessibility
A critical reflection on how money and campaign finance reshaped presidential races. The piece argues Duke University president Terry Sanford could not sustain a multi-year campaign, unlike wealthier or government-paid rivals, highlighting the shift toward full-time professional politicians and the loss of citizen-politician candidates. It notes past loans from tobacco interests, new matching funds rules, and the $1000 contribution cap driving candidates into career politics.
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India’s Democracy Question After Indira Gandhi’s 10 Years
A 10 year view on India under Indira Gandhi shows a slide from democracy to emergency rule amid corruption and inflation. Critics blame leadership and press suppression, while supporters cite unity and discipline as remedies. The piece contrasts Johnson’s early optimism with today’s chill in US-India relations.
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Mark My Words by Jim Fiebig
A column mocks Seminole demand for 16 million to settle Florida land claims. The author dismisses the payout as insufficient while lampooning guilt over white treatment of natives and claims personal ancestry shields him from responsibility. The piece ends with a jab about paying for a faulty hat.
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Indian Givers and Equal Opportunity Debate
The speaker rejects the idea of unpaid settlements as conscience money and asserts support for Indian Americans while arguing for fair treatment of all minorities. He warns he may sue the government if the Seminole settlement is not overturned, linking it to broader historical discrimination against Irish immigrants.
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Denmark’s taxes push welfare state costs to the limit
Virgil Pinkley reports Danes face steep tax hikes and inflation as income taxes rise to 92 percent for low incomes and 105 percent above 300,000 kroner. The royal family enjoys tax exemption while high car prices and heavy duties illustrate the welfare state's burden and shrinking overtime pay.
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Middletown Ohio News Journal Subscription Rates
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