Salvadoran junta may form new government after talks
Christian Democrats and military leaders met to discuss restructuring the ruling junta. A CD source said rightist figures may be ousted as a condition for support. Duarte hinted he may become president while Gutierrez would head the armed forces. the five member junta could then see the other three resign. The current regime, ruling since Romero's 1979 coup, seeks reform amid mounting violence with 9,000 dead. 16 unidentified captives shot by suspected rightist squads were found near the capital. U.S. envoy White said restructuring aims to solidify authority and avoid a leftist collapse, stressing control of dangerous right wing elements inside and outside the military.
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Christian Democrat
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U.S
Robert L. White
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Ronald Reagan
U S Will Withhold Aid Over El Salvador Reform
The State Department said it will keep withholding aid to El Salvador until progress toward a significant governmental restructuring improves human rights protection. The move follows the Carter administration suspending 25 million dollars in aid after reports of security forces possibly involved in the December killings of four aid workers. A civilian military junta may be replaced by civilian and military leaders, with a four man commission to investigate.
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Rogers
U.S
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Texas population rises again boosting hopes for three House seats
Preliminary 1980 census figures show Texas at 14,152,339, a 26.4 percent rise from 1970 and above officials' expectations. Senator Lloyd Bentsen says the state now has a good chance to gain three additional congressmen, moving from 24 to 27 seats. Census Director Barabba notes 16 seats will shift nationally, with gains tilted to Southern and Western states.
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Texas Democrat
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House of Representatives
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California
New York
Senate approves three year extension of revenue sharing
The Senate voted to approve a three year extension of federal revenue sharing linking $4.6 billion yearly for local governments through 1983 and $2.3 billion yearly for states in 1982 and 1983, with no state grants in 1981. The bill moves to the White House for President Carter to sign.
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Richard M. Nixon
Reagan leaks deepen rift as four Americans die in El Salvador
The Carter administration reports that unofficial statements by Reagan transition aides worsened unrest in Latin America and may have endangered lives, including four American women killed in El Salvador. State officials contrast official policy with leaked critiques of two U S diplomats, saying such remarks complicate delicate regional work.
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State Department
Ronald Reagan
Latin America
Department
Jody Powell
U.S
Powell
Carter
Associated Press
Patricia M. Derian
el Salvador
Ms. Derian
Reagan
Jack Cannon
Congress rushes on spending bill in late session
Negotiators from the House and Senate began resolving about 148 amendments on a continuing resolution to fund federal agencies for the 1980-81 fiscal year. The bill, seen as a Christmas tree with provisions from animal inspection to ZIP codes, must pass before adjournment to avoid agency shutdowns at midnight Monday.
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Agen
Reagan picks Watt for interior secretary post
Washington reports Ronald Reagan plans to name James Watt a Wyoming native and attorney to head the Interior Department. Watt, 42, leads the Mountain States Legal Foundation in Denver and has a long Washington résumé from 1962 to 1975. Coors praised his qualifications as suitable for the key Western land agency.
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Adolph Coors Brewing Company
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Suit Makes The Man For The Lawyer In Court
A sharp suit is described as essential gear for a lawyer, implying attire can influence courtroom presence and perceived credibility. The piece weighs clothing as a tool of professional image.
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