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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1972
Page
2
A harsh critique of the Nixon administration argues credibility has eroded beyond repair. It condemns political opportunism, compromised constitutional principles, and alleged influence peddling at high levels, warning that computer politics threaten democratic norms and that Nixon or Moore may not win a second term.
Johns Hopkins historian Richard K. Smith recalls how old Zeppelin files from the 1920s and 1930s were largely unclassified until a 1959 visit to Washington. An archivist was blocked, but Rear Admiral E. M. Eller granted access, exposing the FLM syndrome of frightened little men who fear the secret stamp and stall inquiry.
In fall 1966 housewives boycotted markets over rising prices. Now prices climb again with a 1.9 percent February jump and beef at a 20 year high. Giant Food runs buy-less-meat ads led by Esther Peterson while disagreement grows inside the Nixon administration over price controls. Price Commission hearings set for April 12 in Washington.
Arthur Hoppe weighs the President's Commission on Marijuana and Drug Abuse proposing home use legality with conditions. He mocks loopholes and notes debate over amnesty for Vietnam War draft resisters led by Sen. Edward M. Kennedy and Sen. Robert Taft Jr. amid partisan divides.
The article outlines a heated split over unconditional amnesty for deserters and draft evaders in Vietnam era policy. Proponents cite past wartime clemency. opponents warn it could prolong national polarization and anger those who served. The debate notes potential offense to veterans, families, and communities.
The talk by Harrison Salisbury at Concord College urged a vigilant press. He argued government secrecy harms democracy, citing the Pentagon Papers and the need for journalists to uncover truth, even at risk of embarrassment. The press should be obstreperous, not complacent, to keep the people informed.
Gov George Wallace faces slim odds in the April 4 Wisconsin presidential primary with forecasts of 7 to 10 percent, no delegates, and a campaign shadowed by a dull agriculture plan and tax relief papers. Milwaukee rallying showed a subdued Wallace as labor leaders prepare a strong anti Wallace push.
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