New Hampshire Vote Revives Talk of a New Party
John Durkin’s solid victory in the New Hampshire Senate race revives questions about Republican viability. The piece notes historical GOP strength in New Hampshire, divides candidate pluses and minuses, and argues the current Republican platform—fiscal conservatism and social-issue retreat—fails to attract voters, signaling a fragile party future.
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Congress rushes pay hike bill amid swift bipartisan accord
The pay raise for Congress and federal workers was pushed through in a blitzlike six month process just before the August recess. CQ called it a coup and noted unusual unity among House, Senate, and White House. Opponents fought a harsh floor debate, while supporters argued the measure was expedient though costly. Critics warned the move could fuel inflation and public criticism ahead of elections.
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Benjamin Shore Limits urged for congressmen
Phil Hart and Larry Pressler are unusual Washington figures as sitting members of Congress urged by Copley News Service to limit their actions. The report hints at scrutiny of conduct by two legislators amid debates over reform and accountability.
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Farm boys and urban pull test Midwestern youth
Middletown Diary discusses farm youth migration to cities, hard farm work, and calls for staying on the farm. Editorials urge farmer boys to stay, while others urge city moves. It notes Sen. Hart and Rep. Pressler on term limits and Washington life shaping careers and loyalties.
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