Editorials State plans a PR shakeup
Governor Reagan’s appointee James Jenkins forms a four man study group to evaluate California public information officers. Terry Chambers calls for identifying talents and relocating staff to fit information needs. Jenkins says the first duty is to the public and aims for federal standards, sparking cautious optimism about greater transparency.
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McGovern seeks Johnson City support amid Texas dynamics
George McGovern aims to secure backing from Johnson City insiders while navigating sensitive ties with Lyndon Johnson and Truman. He faces the challenge of courting Johnson without provoking alienation among young Democrats and precinct workers essential for fall efforts in Texas.
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Letters to the Editor on Eagleton reports and local concerns
The writer condemns sensational coverage of Senator Eagleton and questions reliance on unnamed officials. They urge examination of the senator’s medical history and past traffic citations, and critique media focus on scandal while noting local crime and poverty in Long Beach. Mrs. I. C. Bell, Lakewood, adds questions about city council judgment.
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Boumediene Sees Possible Shift From Soviet Exit in Egypt
Algerian leader Boumediene says the Moscow withdrawal from Egypt may signal a broader realignment in Middle East policy. He cautions the event alone may be minor unless it prompts the United States to reorient its stance toward Israel and regional security. He notes the global balance matters more than the number of Russians leaving and hopes it marks a move toward neutralizing the Mediterranean.
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Kennedydictates fate of 1972 race amid political accidents
The piece analyzes how unpredictable incidents shape the 1972 campaign. It notes Kennedy’s Chappaquiddick tragedy, Eagleton controversy, and Muskie’s NH moment as pivotal accidents altering party dynamics. It discusses McGovern, Muskie, and potential VP picks, highlighting how luck can shift electoral fortunes.
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Nader Congress Project races to finish profiles by October
The Ralph Nader Congress Project has completed 120 profiles of incumbents with about 400 more due by Oct 1 as volunteers probe state capitols districts and Capitol Hill. The effort aims to guide voters on who should be returned or retired and will produce books and analyses of congressional processes while facing questions about staff abrasiveness and journalistic reliance.
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