Proposition 1-A Will Help Our State
The editorial urges a yes vote on Proposition 1-A, arguing it streamlines California's 1879 Constitution, allows annual legislative sessions without limits, updates the government, and tightens conflict of interest rules. It notes pay reforms remain separate and subject to future vote, with broad endorsements from Governor Brown, Ronald Reagan, business groups, and organized labor.
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Brown
Ronald Reagan
Organized Labor
California
New Deal for County Government
Los Angeles County government, a big employer of about 50,000 with over $1 billion in annual spending, faces reforms from the Economy and Efficiency Committee. Propositions A, B and C would consolidate offices, split the Department of Charities into three areas, and unify personnel functions under a Director of Personnel. A YES vote is urged.
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Los Angeles County
Board of Supervisors
Department of Charities
Civil Service
Try Ballots Not Signs on Tuesday
Washington debates the shift from protests to voting as a primary civic act in the lead up to the election. The piece notes commentary from Jean in a political column, reflecting on the role of peaceful assembly and petition in democratic process.
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LBI
Asia
U.S.A
Jean
Voting With Ballots Not Mob Action, Reader Says
A reader argues against mass pressure and mob action in politics. He endorses voting with ballots, notes citizen fatigue from loud campaigns, and critiques street protests. He laments televised agitation and discusses public sentiment on consumer costs and organized demonstrations.
Hatfield Likely Winner in Oregon Senate Race
In Oregon the race for U S Senate pits Governor Mark Hatfield against Democratic Rep. Robert Duncan. GOP optimism centers on Hatfield's broad appeal and a residual strength from eight years in office. Duncan runs on Vietnam policy, but Hatfield's familiarity and charm may clinch a surprising margin.
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Ore
NEA
Oregon
Mark Hatfield
U.S. Senate
Robert Duncan
Duncan
Hatfield
Johnson
GOP
Pnod
Red China Changing to What End
Notes from Hong Kong describe shifts in Red China's economy from 1963 to late 1966. Observers cite reduced private plots, tighter controls, and fewer free markets amid growing population and rising military costs. The piece notes renewed wheat imports and cautious signs for investment.
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China
Hong Kong
Lok Ma Chau
Shum Chung
Red China
Reflections on Mao Era Shifts and Old Powers in 1960s China
The excerpt traces evolving power dynamics under Mao from 1962 to 1966. It notes party campaigns for ideological education, PLA involvement in industry, and the Red Guard's clashes with former landlords and capitalists. It highlights leaders' purges, aging Mao, and uncertainty about future directions.
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PLA
Peoples Liberation Army
Red Guard
Mao
No Vote on 1 A Over Legislator Pay and Powers
Readers weigh a $1.92 million salary boost for 120 state legislators from 6,000 to 16,000 in 1967 with a 5 percent yearly rise and added expense allowances. Prop 7 would let county boards set salaries, a change opposed by the writer who fears public officials setting their own pay. The letter presses a stance against such pay raises and notes the old bond vote balance.
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Boards of County Supervisors
Paul B. Wilcox
Geri Homer
California
Leeches
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