Congress weighs harsher steps over Iran crisis
The piece argues against quick sanctions or a naval blockade, warning such moves might fail or provoke unintended harm. It notes signs of easing hostage conditions, visits by American clergy, and hopeful rumors from within Iran, while urging patience and cautious horsemanship in U.S. policy.
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Iran
Washington
U.S
United Nations
Carter
Rhodesia
Ayatollah Khomeini
America
Islamabad
Iowa
Democratic Party
Russia
Ing
State Department
Congress
Ivor Richard
Security Council
South Africa
Richard
White House
Congres
Edwin S. Corwin
Senate
Renewed debate on US foreign policy limits
The piece analyzes Congress and the administration sharing power over foreign policy. It notes increased congressional influence since Vietnam and Watergate, with debates on legality and impact. It cites Carter administration cautions and academic voices on War Powers Act limits and policy paralysis risks.
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Martin Tolchin
New York Times
Washington
Congress
United States
Afghanistan
State Department
Royal Ulster Constabulary
Northern Ireland
Britain
Cambodia
George Hansen
Idaho
Tehran
Carter
Pennsylvania Avenue
Douglas J. Bennett, Jr
Agency For International Development
Vietnam
Capitol Hill
Uganda
Idi Amin
Cuba
Mozambique
Tanzania
Rhodesia
South Africa
China
Zaire
Jacob K. Javits
U.S
Edward Weisband
Javits
Weisband
Thomas M. Franck
Letter attacks Ted Kennedy on gun control and cancelation of speech
Ernest Morgan Herrin argues Kennedy would ban all weapons including guns and tools, claims deficits of deterrence in capital punishment, and cites Kennedy canceling a Mt. Vernon appearance amid pro gun demonstrations. He asserts voters misperceive Kennedy's stance and notes planned demonstrations at Mt. Vernon.
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Southern Illinoisan
Ted Kennedy
Mt. Vernon
Paul Simon
Ernest Morgan Herrin
Interesting turn in 24th District
In the 24th District of Illinois the last two months brought notable shifts as district leaders changed stances amid national politics. The Iran crisis lifted the President in the polls, while local figures attacked Paul Simon for airing beliefs and rushed to Mount Vernon for partisan gestures. The vice president criticized Kennedy on energy, yet the White House shows limited leadership over three years.
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Southern Illinoisan
24Th
Illinois
Paul Simon
Mount Vernon
Ala Mondale
Kennedy
White House
Guards union outlines rehabilitation plan for prisons
William Phillips, president of Local 1175, argues in favor of a correctional system emphasizing discipline and staged rehabilitation. He critiques Burke's views, noting that 12 to 18 people were not gassed and highlighting ongoing costs and high recidivism. The proposal centers on compulsory participation, education, employment, and a non-timed progress model toward release.
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Burke
Belleville Memorial Hospital
William Phillips
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Frank Church
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