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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1978

Page

3

Congress aims to reclaim powers from bureaucracy

The piece argues Congress seeks to curb agency power by veto or repeal, warning that rules made by agencies impose as much authority as laws. It notes tax, inflation, and regulatory costs anger voters and could push lawmakers to remove laws fueling growth, despite political risk.

Congress

Hold Back On A One Year Federal Regulation Moratorium

A column argues for a year long pause on new federal regulations to curb inflation and costs. Allan Grant of the American Farm Bureau proposes delaying new rules for 12 months, claiming old regulations will suffice and inflation could ease. It cites projected costs of regulation and potential savings if the moratorium is enacted.

Washington Robert Strauss Carter American Farm Bureau Allan Grant Grant Barry P. Bosworth Council of

Why government never shrink and the voters' paradox

The speaker reports surveys of hundreds of students and audiences showing broad support for fewer government programs in principle, yet when listing benefits most would retain or restore almost all items. He argues vested interests and vocal minorities drive policy, leaving government to grow despite widespread desires for reduction.

California

Monroe Doctrine Fades As Cuba Crisis Deepens Global Tensions

A critical look at U S policy from 1823 to the Kennedy era argues the Monroe Doctrine has waned. It contends rising Soviet influence in Cuba and U S concessions fueled by appeasement risk global stability. The piece links Castro, Khrushchev, and allegations of intelligence complicity to a weakened American stance.

James Monroe Western Hemisphere North South America United States Monroe Europe America Eisenhower Batista Cuba Castro Kennedy Bay of Pigs Khrushchev Kremlin White House Havana Moscow Rhodesia Republic of South Africa

The Odessa American Editorial Capsule Policy

The Odessa American states its capsule policy encouraging voluntary spending and opposing involuntary distribution. It grants permission to reproduce editorials in part or in whole with proper credit, reflecting the paper's semiannual commitment to the Permian Basin community and readers.

Odessa American

Young conservatives rise in 1970s races across states

A tide of young conservatives challenges established liberal officeholders. In Massachusetts Edward Brooke faces Avi Nelson in a GOP primary amid funding scandals, while Howard Phillips contemplates a Democratic upset. New Hampshire sees Gordon Humphrey emerge to back the conservative wing, New Jersey fields Jeff Bell against Bill Bradley, and Louisiana hosts Woody Jenkins challenging Bennett Johnston. The trend signals a broader shift as young challengers attract GOP support and unsettle traditional candidates.

New York Massachusetts Bay State Congress Edward Brooke Avi Nelson Nelson Brooke United States Senate Jacob Javits Howard Phillips Phillips New Hampshire Thomas McIntyre McIntyre Keene Joseph Masiello Gordon Humphrey Humphrey Jack Kemp Phil Crane Illinois GOP New Jersey Jeff Bell Clifford Case Bill Bradley Louisiana Bennett Johnston Woody Jenkins Johnston American Conservative Union

Almanac Highlights For August Second

On August 2 1914 Germany invaded France Belgium and Luxembourg while Russia invaded Germany. In 1934 Hitler became Germanys dictator after Hindenburgs death. In 1939 Einstein urged FDR to start atomic research. In 1959 Nixon received warm welcome in Warsaw. In 1974 John Dean was sentenced for Watergate role.

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