Deserting Taiwan would stain U S honor
Opinion argues against de-recognition of Taiwan and ending the defense treaty with China. It warns that abandoning Taiwan would harm U S credibility, invite international backlash, threaten Israel’s security, and set a dangerous precedent for small nations relying on American commitments.
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Jaworski Faces House Ethics Probe in Koreagate Case
Leon Jaworski testifies before the House Ethics Committee amid allegations of South Korean bribery influence. He warns against stonewalling and cites Watergate as a cautionary example while noting silence from key figures in Korea and among U S lawmakers.
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Airbags to be standard in all 1981 cars
Transportation Secretary Brock Adams orders 1981 models to include air bags or passive seat belts. Critics warn of hidden costs from engine power needs and bag maintenance. some push for optional air bags and stronger safeguards. Psalm 24:1 cited.
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Taiwan model for development amid Taiwan China policy debate
Jeffrey Hart argues Taiwan's 16 million people have built a peaceful booming economy with U S guidance while Taiwan remains authoritarian yet civil liberties strong. He questions Washington’s push to move embassies to Beijing, sever defense ties with Taipei, and isolate Taiwan under a Carter administration policy.
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U.S
Asia
Japan
Carterete
Andy Young
Taipei
Peking
Braden on Coolidge and idle commentary in media
The piece reflects on Calvin Coolidge’s brief one year as a syndicated columnist earning vast sums and quitting, noting the pressure on modern pundits to say something. It shifts to politics arguing mainland China is weak relative to the Soviet Union and not a strong counterweight, citing military limits and lack of ICBMs.
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Editor Letters and Taiwan Policy Show Tensions
Readers question editorials on a youth death and praise humane care for a pony King in Durham. A letter comments on China Taiwan policy noting a push to abandon Taiwan, criticizing US officials and potential policy shifts while citing Carter era human rights rhetoric.
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