Reagan cites parochial groups blocking budget cuts
In a National League of Cities speech President Reagan decries special interest groups that oppose targeted cuts while protecting their own subsidies. He warns iron triangles with agencies and committees shield policy, risking a growth of government at the expense of the economy and taxpayers.
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Odessa reader backs police and calls for elected chief
In a letter to the Odessa American, Mrs. Robert W. Wood argues for transparency in police leadership, praising current service and opposing undue influence. She urges elected Police Chief and City Manager roles, voting participation, and continued support for law enforcement while critiquing hidden affiliations.
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Caen's San Francisco Pride And Local Icon
Herb Caen's long running San Francisco miscellany praises the city as a storied, hill‑studded, culturally rich place with small town charm. The piece weighs civic pride against universal humanity while celebrating Caen's bestselling column and its place in local life.
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Do Your Own Thing Ends In Dooms of Kent State
Paul Harvey argues that the Kent State killings mark a turning point in 1960s protest culture. He contends youth who "played revolution" ignored the cost, noting Nixon's Cambodia action intensified clashes on campuses and led to mainstream conformity as a lesson from May 4. He warns revolutions demand real sacrifices.
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Reagan aims to dismantle the welfare state in budget push
A Democratic insider note outlines Ronald Reagan's plan to cut federal welfare, end legal aid funding, and shift to smaller government. Stockman defends reform against entitlement rhetoric while Democrats fear broad, lasting changes to tax policy and block grants. Civility in politics fades as reality hits after the honeymoon.
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Almanac Today April 2 1981 highlights and birthdays
On April 2 1917 Woodrow Wilson asked Congress to declare war on Germany. In 1792 Congress created the U S Mint. Jesse James was killed in 1882. Lindbergh paid ransom in 1932. The U N named the U S trustee for Pacific islands in 1947. Birthdays include Alec Guinness Jack Webb and Marvin Gaye.
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