GOP denies sabotage claims in NBC telethon jam
In Burbank Calif the GOP denied organized efforts to jam phone lines during NBCs Celebrate America telethon for the Democratic fund drive. Democrats claim 16 to 20 million pledged from about 250000 calls while Republicans cite hostile but spontaneous calls and an anti abortion element.
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Crossword clues and show notes with a political spin
A Sunday puzzle and TV show summary list crossword clues such as Bishop's diocese and Flatboat while the program attacks Republican faults with vignettes and interviews. It features film and music stars including Jack Lemmon Ed Asner Jane Fonda Stephen Stills Ben Vereen Willie Nelson Candice Bergen Eddie Albert John Forsythe Norm Crosby Helen Reddy and taped remarks by Democratic presidential candidates.
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Teachers divided on raises across the board
Washington AP report shows NEA chief set to meet President Reagan to argue against merit pay while AF of T leader Albert Shanker cautions against knee-jerk rejection. He cites parts of Governor Alexander's plan as exciting. NEA argues nationwide salaries require across-the-board increases, not selective bonuses.
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