Quality as key in middle school debate prompts changes
The article discusses turning off seventh and eighth graders from learning and the struggles of teachers. It weighs middle schools as a solution offering flexible scheduling and tailored curricula against concerns of cost and change. It notes national averages and local urgency.
Scare tactics miss the mark on New York default
The piece cites George W. Ball warning that a NYC default would be seen by communists as a sign of American capitalism's weakness and as vindication of Marx's theory. It questions domino theories and notes uncertain repercussions while arguing that defaults are not a straightforward path to political change.
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Carter poised to win Florida primary over Wallace
Column argues Jimmy Carter has a strong path to defeating George Wallace in the March 9 Florida Democratic primary. Carter’s extensive campaigning, weak opposition, and shared regional ties with north Florida voters boost his bid, with a straw vote and statewide ballot rules favoring him.
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Justice Douglas retires leaving era of dissent and memory
Harriet Van Horne laments the retirement of Justice William O. Douglas, aged and frail after a stroke, criticizing televised coverage of his decline while praising his long career, dissents, and lasting impact on civil rights and legal thought.
Faith and cynicism in politics and media dialogue
A satirical exchange mocks leadership doubt and media bias, with joking threats of CIA plots and a fantasy revival of a president’s power. The dialogue targets congressional paralysis and public cynicism while debating wartime bravado and political manipulation.
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