NATO ministers reaffirm deployment of 572 missiles in Europe
NATO defense ministers gathered at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs for their semi annual nuclear planning session. They reaffirmed the decision to deploy 572 new U.S. missiles in Europe and noted no major controversies. All but one nation rejected Brezhnev’s call for a freeze on medium range weapons. The U.S. pledged to pursue broader arms reductions including long range missiles in talks. Denmark and Greece offered limited objections but did not disrupt the session.
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Housing bill aims to spur jobs and home building
Senate Democrats unveil an emergency housing program designed to generate about 600000 new single family homes and 782000 jobs nationwide. Led by Sen. Henry Jackson the plan includes a 4 point mortgage interest subsidy reducing rates to about 10 percent over five years and a $5000 down payment aid for young and low income buyers with repayment provisions.
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Supreme Court narrows grounds to sever parental ties in abuse cases
The Supreme Court rules that states must prove by clear and convincing evidence that parents are unfit before permanently removing children or cutting off contact. The decision does not affect temporary removals by welfare officials, and justices will revisit related issues in a separate case and later arguments on federal court relief.
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Liberals Attack 10-Year Extension Of Voting Rights Act
Senate Judiciary subcommittee backed a 10-year extension of the 1965 Voting Rights Act amid liberal opposition. Critics say the plan fails to curb poll discrimination and could dilute minority voting strength, especially in the South. Civil rights leaders warn the measure threatens African American voting power.
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