Pardon Power Sparks Debate On Amnesty And Amendments
The piece discusses Ford era clemency sparking debate over amnesty and pardons. It notes 15 day entry periods for evaders, two constitutional amendments proposed by Sen. Proxmire and Sen. Mondale, and questions the restraint of presidential pardon power amid Nixon’s pardon.
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Tragedy in Honduras After Fifi Strikes
The Honduras disaster leaves vast needs with losses in banana rice and corn crops. U S Army helicopters aid rescue efforts as a major international relief program is urged. Progress editor Jonathan Marshall runs for the U S Senate and will label editorials J M during the campaign.
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Budget scrutiny urged for Maricopa College District Board
Philip Zrike of Scottsdale urges voter turnout for the October 8 election for district 4 in Phoenix. He endorses Roger Brooks, an accountant and former student body president, citing Brooks’ past efforts to end costly out of state athletic recruitment and improve fiscal management at the five Phoenix area community colleges.
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Two Sons and Amnesty Ideals in Conscience Against War
A reader reflects on amnesty for a son who refuses military service on moral grounds. He follows the commandment not to kill and urges the world to end war, praising conscientious resisters. The letter from Elizabeth Evans in Mesa questions punishment for conscience and wartime morality.
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Judge Roush scapegoat for system's flaws in Koile case
Penny Steiner defends Judge Roush against public outrage over Koile manslaughter conviction. She argues jury limited by evidence and sentencing options, faulting prosecutors, police, parole, and county attorney standards rather than the judge. Calls for broader reforms and accountability beyond one judge.
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Oil Wealth Reorders World Power in Desert Sands
Writers reflect on Arab oil wealth shifting global influence after centuries of subsistence. The Progress invites letters to the editor up to 350 words, signed with name and home address for verification, typewritten preferred and double spaced.
McGovern gains as voters fear economic downturn in South Dakota
In Brandon South Dakota voters see an economic low mood rivaling 1929 as Ford's summit fails to reassure. McGovern leads Thorsness 30 to 14 in likely Senate votes while Ford holds strong favorable views. Voters doubt Thorsness credibility and favor McGovern’s Senate experience though inflation and recession loom.
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