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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1981

Page

6

Opinion on regulation invites corruption risks in public contracts

A Pasadena newspaper critiques how government controls create conflicts of interest in horse racing contracts and other regulated sectors. It questions the cost of regulation, the role of campaign contributions, and the impact on public trust while arguing for or against perceived bribery.

Pasadena Calif Brown Sacramento Gray Davis

Change in careers surprising but hopeful for many

The author argues career changes can refresh lives and boost performance. Citing Reagan, McLaughlin, Woodcock, and Bobby Brown, they urge abandoning stagnation, try new roles every few years, and seek authentic change beyond travel. The piece notes longevity often breeds repetition and praises proactive shifts.

Reagan David T. McLaughlin Toro Company Minneapolis Dartmouth College Leonard Woodcock United Auto Workers America People’s Republic of China Bobby Brown New York Yankees United States Italy Japan Paris Ronald Reagan

Government spending drains taxpayer wallets across decades

Paul Harvey laments rising federal costs from FDR to Reagan, arguing programs favor a small set of beneficiaries who lobby lawmakers while the majority bears the price. He cites farm subsidies Chrysler bailout and growing deficits, urging balanced budgeting over piecemeal cuts. He recalls past administrations expanded spending and calls for restraint.

Chrysler Congress Reagan Nixon Ford Paul Harvey Koyl — 1310

Almanac Today March 31 1981 highlights and birthdays

Almanac notes March 31 1981 as the 90th day with 275 days left. Highlights include the 1854 treaty opening two Japanese ports, 1492 Spanish Jewish expulsion, 1889 Eiffel Tower opening, 1917 Virgin Islands possession, 1955 CCP purge, and anniversaries of My Lai sentencing, West Germany nuclear plant plan collapse, and hostage crisis developments. Entertainer Henry Morgan is 66.

United States Japan Spain Eiffel Tower Paris Virgin Islands China Communist Party William Calley My Lai Vietnam West Germany Soviet Union Baltic Sea Iran Bani Sadr Henry Morgan

Forty years in a newsroom a lifelong love affair

A Richmond News Leader veteran marks a 40 year career in journalism. He recalls early ambitions, education, and shaping a life around reporting and writing, detailing how the press and ink became his enduring passion from cub reporter to seasoned observer.

Richmond University of Missouri Lindbergh Paris Blue Ridge Mountains Washington Dr. Freeman Maynes Seerae Underwood

Burnett Libel Victory Highlights Wealth Gap in U.S. Law

Carol Burnett’s libel win over the National Enquirer draws $1.6 million in damages, with $1.3 million punitive. The piece argues wealthy plaintiffs can pursue costly suits while many individuals cannot, and notes potential Supreme Court implications and cross‑border costs.

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