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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1971
Page
6
Editorial page from The Odessa American dated Saturday August 14 1971 promotes self restraint moral guidance and freedom. It asserts the paper’s aim to inform readers to promote liberty and responsibility and grants permission to reproduce editorials with credit.
The piece critiques reliance on secret documents and the public’s right to know. It argues that many classified items are unnecessary to keep secret, urges periodic independent reviews, and notes calls for declassification to improve democracy despite fears of revealing sensitive material. The author cites experts like Gardener and Hagerty urging reforms.
The column discusses George Jessel being cut off a daytime NBC show after calling The New York Times and The Washington Post Pravda while in USO attire. It questions free speech limits, cites Rep. Harsha and Dean Acheson, and notes other controversial voices on air, asking why only Jessel faces censorship.
Today is Saturday August 14 1971 the 226th day of the year with 139 days remaining. Notable anniversaries include Truman announcing Japan's surrender ending World War II and the Atlantic Charter meeting between Roosevelt and Churchill. Also listed are historical events and a birthday for John Ringling North of Ringling Brothers.
Washington wary as McGovern and Jackson vie for liberal and conservative blocs. Frank Mankiewicz warns a Jackson nomination could forge a fourth party, boosting Nixon. Labor leaders and Southern Democrats see Jackson as the frontrunner, while dovish challengers threaten party unity amid foreign policy strains and left right tensions.
Senate voices split on protecting steel industry as Hartke and Scott push a 15.1 million ton import cap. Inflation and unemployment headline concerns as labor, railroads, and foreign competitors influence policy. Industry officials warn of price rises and job losses if imports surge.
Opinion piece discusses population growth, resource sharing, and strategic arms limits. Cites Garrett Hardin and debates whether global survival hinges on breeding control, national territory defense, and feeding the hungry amid rising populations. Notes upcoming Texas AP broadcasters convention and anniversaries.
In a broadened regional shift, Yansion emerges within a posi tion of influence among Arab states. Analysts cite strategic moves shaping leadership ro les and regional dynamics as allies recalibrate blocs and alignments.
The largest gulf in the world is the Gulf of Mexico, forming a massive ocean basin believed to cover about 700,000 square miles. The statement emphasizes its scale and geographic significance.
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