Norman Cousins emerges as a presidential option
A group of friends led by Steve Allen and Yehudi Menuhin endorses Norman Cousins as a candidate for president. They cite his global leadership roles, 31 honorary degrees, 13 books, and advocacy on pollution and human rights, while noting his limited chances and praising him as a great human being.
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Supreme Court okays police use of names in warnings
The Supreme Court split 5 to 3 ruling that Louisville and Jefferson County police did not violate the Constitution by publicly labeling a photojournalist a shoplifter after an exoneration. Justice Brennan dissented warning about dangers of unverified lists.
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Nixon Stockpile Selloff Tied to Friends and Industry Leaders
In 1973 Nixon authorized a vast sale of strategic stockpile metals, directing disposal toward favored friends and major industrial firms. The GSA sold over 3 billion dollars in metals, with buyers including Alcoa Bethlehem Steel General Electric Kaiser Reynolds Metals U S Steel and Westinghouse. Sources say White House pressure reached former GSA chief Arthur Sampson and stockpile director Louis Brooks, though Sampson denies official influence. The piece notes strategic stockpile depletion and a pending NSC study on replenishment amid rising global mineral cartels.
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Special education funds praised as smart investment by parent
A letter to the editor defends the special education budget citing its return on investment and the success of a son in the program. The writer argues expenditures reduce future government costs and highlight the role of Dr. Al Scharf and staff in delivering miracles with limited aids.
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Pamador
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Nuclear power foe lauds anti nuke comments letters
A Valley reader notes support for anti nuclear opinions and mentions Margaret A Johnson April 6. The resignation of three GE nuclear division scientists is cited as moral backing for the anti proliferation stance, aligning with Ralph Nader’s cause.
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General Electric
Ralph Nader
Congress earns its bad image by BENJAMIN SHORE
Washington columnist argues Congress reflects negative public perception due to inaction and self serving practices. Critiques ethics committees transparency pay raises franking privileges and limited media access highlight a broader failure by lawmakers to confront misconduct. He notes voter goodwill toward representatives but disdain for the institution.
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