Editorial: Think American on Japanese Car Ads
An editorial argues Americans must buy American to reduce the trade deficit with Japan. It notes Illinois plants pair Chrysler and Mitsubishi models, with Mitsubishi outselling Chrysler. It cites past VW Beetle popularity and Nader’s impact, urging a national shift to prioritize American-made goods and avoid swinging between pro and anti foreign competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Chrysler
Mitsubishi
Japan
Volkswagen
United States
Ralph Nader
Lee Iacocca
Rooney Versus Rather Reflects Public Taste In TV Heroes
A New York analysis argues the public favors Walter Cronkite style anchors like the late era of Rooney over Dan Rather. It notes CBS News struggles while 60 Minutes thrives, urging CBS News president to rethink Rather's tenure for credibility and audience alignment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rooney
New York
Andy Rooney
CBS News
60 Minutes
CBS
Dan Rather
Walter Cronkite
Walter
Andy
Peter Jennings
Dan
Open Meetings Critique By Veteran Kansas Editor
Retired Kansas journalist Whitley Austin defends privacy in public bodies while criticizing open meetings laws. He argues boards need private deliberation for fair reasoning, reporters pry out facts anyway, and broad public access risks overload and selective reporting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitley Austin
Salina
Kansas
Wilbur Davis
League of Women Voters
Austin
Kansas Board of Regents
Letters to the editor guidance for publication
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Commentary on a daughter’s search for her biological mother
A narrator recounts Joyce, adopted at birth in Kansas, discovering her biological mother after 75 years. Joyce, who loves her adoptive parents, reveals she was born June 15 at University of Kansas Hospital. The piece notes Joyce’s family history, a history of Amish roots, and Joyce’s cancer and mastectomy influencing her curiosity. The upcoming installment promises the search begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joyce
June Starr
Starr
University of Kansas Hospital
Kansas City
Lewis Nafzinger
Elsie
Hutchinson
John Nafzinger
Eli Yoder
Yoder
Salt Creek
Great Bend
Morning show stars set to conquer ratings race
A columnist predicts one network will win the morning ratings by hiring a strong personality who can carry the show solo. He argues viewers favor ad lib hosts over heavy staffs, comparing a future star to Dave Garroway or Arthur Godfrey and envisioning a hybrid TV radio format.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ABC
Charlie Gibson
Joan Lunden
Bryant Gumbel
Deborah Norville
Jane Pauley
CBS
Harry Smith
Deborah
Dave Garroway
Arthur Godfrey
Bill Cosby
Critics Rally Against Subtle Car Ads Losing Price Reveal
A reader vents about a Japanese car ad that favors landscapes and whispers over showing the vehicle and price. He mocks the soft approach, urges a straightforward pitch with price and a fast test-drive offer, and recalls a direct sales promo style that displayed pricing instantly.
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