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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1974
Page
2
John DeBolske of the Arizona League of Cities and Towns questions whether new rules may curb citizen participation. He cites a plan to require disclosure of personal income and assets by local and state office candidates, risking privacy and candidate willingness to run.
A letter argues for a professional class of legislators and council members with election reform and disclosure. It supports revealing income sources and asset and debt listings without amounts, balancing privacy with voter access amid concerns over violence, extortion, and scandals.
A Scottsdale reader criticizes coverage of Medicaid costs claiming counties already spend 60 million for indigent care while proposed Medicaid would cost 51 million to taxpayers. The letter urges noting Arizona’s Medicaid status, advisory committee views, and Town Hall conclusions to boost reader engagement.
A Washington report describes a rapid checkout system using electronic price readers. Prices would be shown on shelves while goods carry invisible markings, letting customers not know item costs. Dishonest sellers could exploit the lack of price visibility. The piece notes technology can backfire on honest shoppers.
The piece surveys public reaction to the Nixon impeachment crisis. It cites press and poll opinions on Nixon's conduct and image, noting perceived detachment, public sympathy, and the administration's strategy to sway lawmakers and world leaders. It comments on Nixon's grandiose self-view and the psychological strain described by observers.
A Scottsdale reader condemns discrimination by a club advisor who blocks entry to Joan Friedlander and the AE tg High School Lettermen's Club. The writer cites gender bias, notes Chaparral councilmen offer no aid, and mentions a Coronado sister's backing and Carrie Nation quote.
Vice President Ford shapes a bold speech challenging arrogance in the White House staff while distancing from Nixon’s inner circle. He faces a split with the White House over New Republic disclosures and is pressed as the party's future standard bearer with a growing base of support in Michigan and beyond.
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