National emergency powers and Congress clash over four crises
The piece traces Lincoln to Ford, detailing four presidential national emergencies from 1933 to 1971, each expanding powers beyond constitutional bounds. It notes Congress’s move to terminate these emergencies within a year, impose annual review, and curb future declarations, amid Senate and House debate and 1970s reforms.
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Wayne Hays resigns from Congress amid ethics probe
Wayne Hays quits Congress as the House Ethics Committee ends its inquiry into payroll fund use. The paper notes ongoing ethics concerns across the chamber, citing other cases of misconduct and conflicts of interest while urging the people to judge accordingly. The column reflects on Congress’ self policing and public accountability.
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VARK VY WORDS By Jim Fiebig
The column humorously laments presidential debate nerves as Ford and Carter prepare. The writer imagines audience sympathy for public figures trying to project a confident image and urges them to relax and be authentic.
Public eye wants a relatable president not a formal image
The piece argues the public seeks a leader who breathes the same air as ordinary people. It suggests Ford, though seemingly more regular, risks appearing rehearsed against Carter. The writer proposes Ford drop ties and rehearsals to reveal spontaneity that could resonate with voters.
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Carter's Hollywood Health Claim Sparks Debate
A Carter campaign tale from Hollywood about rural Georgia care is challenged as deceptive. Carter cited county shortages, but sources show Webster County lacks doctors and pharmacies while nearby Sumter County has plenty. Campaign HQ offered a legalistic, technical defense that avoids outright falsehoods.
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Gallup Poll finds US Religion Storied Resistant to Decline
A new Gallup Poll indicates Americans remain highly religious with 94 percent believing in God or a universal spirit and 69 percent believing in life after death. Americans show strong church membership despite declines in denominations, with private faith and organized participation diverging. The Times notes evangelical leanings and ties to Carter era patterns amid broader secular trends.
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Gallup religion poll sparks debate on American church attendance
The piece questions the reach of a Gallup Poll claiming most Americans belong to a church. It notes sample size limitations, regional variations, and the risk of overgeneralizing religious sentiment across 213 million Americans.
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