Shortage of Leaders and the Qualities They Need
The piece argues many lack leadership, noting belief in democratic tradition and service to others define good leaders. It cites Lincoln and Roosevelt, stresses public duty, fearlessness in admitting mistakes, credit for achievements, and high ethics. It ends acknowledging imperfect yet possessible leadership traits and the heavy responsibility involved.
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High tax rate headroom would barely cover current outlays
Tax Foundation calculations show a 100 percent tax on income over 32000 would yield 12.5 billion, less than 3 percent of proposed federal spending in 1973 figures, enough to run the government for under ten days.
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Humphrey McGovern ticket could have changed the presidency
Washington column recalls a 1975 effort to unite the Democratic Party by a Humphrey McGovern presidential ticket with McGovern agreeing to second place. Humphrey rejected the plan, hoping to be a compromise candidate at the convention and possibly alter 1976 outcomes. The feature also notes IRS harassment anecdotes, a Christmas party skit by FTC Chair Pertschuk, and OSHA critique under Carter.
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Paperwork strangling American business warns of overregulation
Paul Harvey laments growing government paperwork that raises costs for GM and idles workers as unelected regulators churn out pages of rules. He cites Amway founders’ fears of a bureaucratic police state and recalls the colonial alarm over a multitude of offices.
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Jay van Andel
Amway
George III
Arvin and Shafter Q&A on town names and history
This week answers readers questions about Arvin and Shafter history. Arvin’s name honors Arvin Richardson while Vacarro was a 1923 Southern Pacific siding name. Questions cover first schools, when Arvin High began, Shafter’s namesake General William R. Shafter, and prior schooling for Arvin High students.
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Community church aid supports local emergency relief
Members of Shafter Seventh day Adventist Church thank the community for December 1977 World Services Appeal support. Funds stay local for emergency relief, food, and clothing. Contact Pastor Johnson or Grace Neumann for assistance. Public concern voiced on California litter and environmental acts.
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Grace Neumann
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