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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1972
Page
2
Editorial page recounts Vice President Agnew and aides attacking the press while the Justice Department seeks prior censorship. It notes attempts to force reporters to reveal sources amid debates over classified papers and the Pentagon Papers. The piece warns that aggressive rhetoric risks chilling open government.
A Columbus, Ohio scientist discusses a space based power concept comparing it to other high power methods. The study explores whether large structures in space are manageable and economically attractive as a future Earth power relay.
Internal debate shows the White House split over a new delegate formula with Tower-Kemp as a alternative to McGovern style reforms. Nixon aides privately oppose a formal reform panel while public signals hint at broader changes ahead.
Polling forecasters misread 1972 presidential odds as Ed Muskie Hort. McGovern's nomination and Shriver’s vice presidential odds drew scrutiny. Comments trace Kennedy clan influence, late campaign money needs, and a deteriorating political dynasty amid shifting party loyalties.
Arthur Hoppe argues for a satirical offensive against puritan censorship promoting a nationwide ban on heterosexual acts. He mocks anti sex crusades while urging sensational campaigns and slogans to inflame public opinion to outlaw sex for moral panic.
A reader praises the proposal to merge jail facilities into a single complex. The letter notes cost savings and timing, and mentions former Phoenix Sgt Leo Beaman who advocated the idea during his sheriff candidacy. It criticizes Sheriff Mummert and county administration for acting only in an election year.
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