Colleges Expand Elderly Education Across United States
The Academy for Educational Development reports more than 500 colleges and universities offer courses or services for seniors. Community colleges lead, but Arizona state universities offer little for older citizens. Some schools waive tuition to fill classes, host senior tailored courses, or provide on campus housing and intergenerational programs. The piece urges Arizona to grow senior education opportunities next year.
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Plan to require national identity cards rejected by advisory committee
An advisory panel rejected a proposal for a nationwide National ID, arguing it risks forgery and a police state. The piece cites annual fraud costs, including 12 billion from illegal immigration burdens and 3 billion from financial fraud, urging the idea be permanently buried.
GOP unifiers seek Ford Reagan slate
Washington insiders press for a united Ford Reagan ticket at the Kansas City convention. Ford aides name Baker Connally Richardson as top VP possibles with Armstrong Bond Brock Evans Percy Ray on a secondary list. Reagan aides warn they may not back a ticket without Reagan on it.
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Christopher Bond
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Dan Evans
Charles Percy
Illinois
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Iowa
Eligible voters urged to register in November election
The League of Women Voters urges all prospective voters to register to cast their votes in the upcoming general election in November. Information on registration is available at the league office, any political party headquarters, or the Maricopa County Election Department.
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Noisy dogs give some residents a sense of security
A widow explains she relies on neighborhood barking to alert her to people in the alley, contrasting her protection with others like D. James who do not use dogs. She argues laws should not ban protection by dogs and urges for fair warning rather than a dogless law.
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Urban wilderness sanctuaries eyed as cities eyed plan expands
Interior Department study led by Dennis Drabelle to identify urban wilderness sanctuaries in 28 cities this summer. Exploring sites near cities 50 to 75 miles away, with recommendations due November 1 to Interior Secretary Kleppe and the Senate Interior Committee.
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Carter Promises to Try Limiting Federal Funds for Abortions
Carter signals anti abortion stance but opposes constitutional amendment. He pledges to push federal measures to restrict use of federal facilities or funds for abortion, risking Medicaid funding of 45 to 55 million dollars annually for 250 000 to 300 000 procedures.
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