Dole Critiques Washington From Iola Visit
The senator warned that government debt costs $170 billion annually, more than Kennedy era budget totals, and urged tough choices beyond political comfort. He urged Congress to cut deficits while resisting chunks of entitlement programs, framing deficit growth as a personal failure of leadership. He labeled the deficit the nation's biggest problem and returned to Kansas.
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Senate
Bob Dole
Kansas
Cuba Faces Test as Castro Courts Last Socialist Label
The Washington Post notes Castro contemplates Cuba as the last socialist country while facing pressure from Moscow to curb aggressive foreign policy and reduce Soviet subsidies. It contrasts Cuba’s isolation with rising popular movements elsewhere and suggests Cubans may seek greater self-direction.
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Cuba
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Castro
Moscow
Bush
Gorbachev
Malta
East Europe
Washington Post
Letters Policy Emphasizes Signed Submissions
Readers are urged to send signed letters with the writer’s address and a phone number for verification. Unsigned letters will not be published. The guidance underscores verifying identity before consideration for publication.
Media Ethics Stance Flips When Careers Face the Public
A Gallup survey cited by Washington Journalism Review compares journalists with government leaders academia and business on income privacy personal life scrutiny and reform ideas. Journalists want fewer disclosures while other groups favor open pockets and sources revealing higher scrutiny.
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Gallup
Washington Journalism Review
Jayhawks and K State clash over pride and Rhodes scholars
A Kansas State columnist contrasts Kansas basketball glory with academic turns. He notes KU's 1988 probation and recent No. 1 ranking while praising K State Rhodes scholars and education leadership. He asks if a title is worth more than steady academic success. The piece ends with a tease about the upcoming K State KU game.
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Kansas Jayhawks
Kansas
Associated Press
Faney
Moynihan Pushes Back on FICA Hike as Budget Debate Heats Up
Senator Moynihan introduces a bill to roll back the Social Security tax increase claiming it shifts taxes to general revenue. The piece notes Bush administration opposition, argues the trust funds are phantom, and warns higher FICA rates dampen hiring and competitiveness.
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Congress
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New York Democrat
Moynihan
Conservative Heritage Foundation
Office of Management and Budget
Congressional Budget Office
U.S
Robert J. Myers
Senate
World War II bomber reunion for 401st Bomb Group in Portland
Letter from Charles Utter notes the 401st Bomb Group Association reunion in Portland Oregon September 19 22. The group, part of the 8th Air Force, flew B 17 Flying Fortress. Membership exceeds 800 with 1500 addresses and up to 7000 served. Former members should contact Ralph Trout, Tampa Florida.
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8Th Air Force
Germany
Europe
Portland
Ore
Station 128
Deenethorpe
England
401St
Ralph “Rainbow” Trout
P.O. Box
Tampa
Charles W
Utter Westerly
R.J
Ottawa Herald Rates list July 1 1989 area subscriptions
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