Editorials Democracy loses one By DON GRAFF
The piece argues Bolivia's military coup threatens regional democracy, warning that unrest in Bolivia could derail new civilian governments in Ecuador and Peru. It notes hoped democratic gains in Colombia and Venezuela, and questions whether the current upheaval signals a broader rollback or a chance for a renewed, restrained civilian rule.
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Don Graff
Bolivia
Ecuador
Peru
Colombia
Venezuela
Somoza
Col
Alberto Natusch Busch
Latin American
Self Sacrifice as Inflation Restraint From Steelworkers Union
AP analysis notes that self sacrifice can curb inflation but hinges on who yields first. The United Steelworkers wage policy report urges restraint on wage gains to keep plants in business, while criticizing deficits and inflationary tactics by the White House and Congress. Banks, oil firms, farmers, and consumers also face scrutiny for contributing to price pressures.
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John Cunniff
New York
White House
Congress
United Steelworkers of America
Attractiveness of Benefits in U S Compensation Mix
Added attractions make up about a quarter of pay in the United States with wages around three quarters. Time off with pay is the costliest benefit. Social Security and unemployment taxes total nearly seven percent. Private benefits total ten percent. The U S League of Savings Associations backs monetary restraint, while Citibank did not lift its prime rate, and retailers hold or cut some prices.
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United States
Conference Board
U.S. League of Savings Associations
Federal
Peserve
Citibank
On This Date in History for November 15 1979
A compact digest of notable events includes the 1777 approval of the Articles of Confederation, Columbus's 1492 tobacco reference, Lewis and Clark reaching the Columbia River, Sherman's Atlanta raid, 1968 Catholic birth control stance, and Beirut’s 1976 Syrian control. Also notes past protests, UMW strike, and birthdays of Averill Harriman, Howard Baker, and Petula Clark.
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Associated Press
Continental Congress
Christopher Columbus
Lewis and Clark
Columbia River
Pacific
Atlanta
America
Beirut
Israel
Sadat
Jerusalem
Washington
United Mine Workers Union
Averill Harriman
Senate
Howard Baker
Petula Clark
Pierre Corneille
Powerful Small Group Shapes Public Policy in State
A small faction, believed to be no more than 3 percent of the state's population, gathers periodically to dictate public policy and nominate individuals for public office. The article notes their influence and potential reach within political circles.
Polls and public opinion in Campaign 80 analysis
Washington column warns polls mislead on presidential races and turnout. It notes sampling limits random probability method necessary, cites 400 to 2,000 size ranges, 95 percent confidence, and dangers of loaded questions. Four pollsters urge journalists to recognize biases and overstate certainty.
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Washington
NEA
United States
Carter
Edward M. Kennedy
Kennedy
Ronald Reagan
Reagan
George Bush
Jimmy Carter
Peter D. Hart
Patrick Caddell
Richard Wirthlin
Robert Teeter
Hart
Caddell
Wirthlin
Teeter
ABC
Iran crisis and CIA coup reshape Persian Gulf power
Washington warns loss of Iran may be the gravest U S blow since Vietnam. The piece traces Mossadegh's nationalization push, the 1953 CIA coup, the Shah's rise, ensuing unrest, Carter era missteps, and the rise of Ayatollah Khomeini as a Western challenge.
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Jack Anderson
Washington
Iran
United States
Persian Gulf
America
U.S
Mohammed Mossadegh
Iranian National Assembly
Mossadegh
State Department
CIA
Carter
Henry Kissinger
George Ball
Ball
Constellation
Singapore
Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeii
Khomeini
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By Roger Bollen
NEA Ine
Precinct
Martha Angle and
Robert Walters
Merry
Clyde Batty
TEMPL
Eton
Templeton
Him
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