Shcharansky Linked to Possible Spy Exchange Reports
Reports from Bild and The New York Times claim East and West agreed to swap spies for Anatoly Shcharansky and other former Western agents. No official confirmation, but Times cites Reagan officials about a February 11 swap on the Glienicke Bridge. Shcharansky, a 37 year old dissident, was convicted in 1978 for passing intelligence.
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Defense Policy Faces Unprecedented Pentagon Cuts
Washington AP reports Rep. Les Aspin predicts Gramm Rudman will force $60 billion to $90 billion in 1987 defense cuts, challenging core policy questions. He cites a likely $260 billion defense cap vs. a $320 billion request, and warns the Reagan administration may bear political blame for muted budgets.
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FCC Chooses Private Wireless Radio Concept
The FCC proposes a low cost consumer radio service resembling a walkie talkie and telephone for short range private conversations. No license would be needed and units would use individual addresses to direct calls. Range trade offs determine potential user density and coverage.
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Federal Communications Commission
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Bloomingdales
Commission
Raymond A. Kowalski
Special Services
Private Radio Bureau
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