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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1985
Page
4
The piece argues a $100 billion deficit goal is marvelously achievable only with broad congressional and public commitment. It urges bipartisan action to cut deficits to $175 billion in 1986 and to $100 billion by 1988, while resisting large tax hikes and preserving essential programs.
Exiting mayor Sydney Appleton warns Murphysboro council on tight budgets and proposes cutting little-used services and diverting funds while urging a plan to attract and retain businesses. Success hinges on collaboration between officials and local commerce to rebuild downtown and broaden the tax base without hiking taxes.
Democrats and Republicans clash as the Senate weighs the administration budget package aimed at cutting a $200 billion annual deficit. Reagan pushes for deep reform and program eliminations, while Democrats seek tax increases or selective freezes, with Stockman calling for major restructuring to rein in a $1 trillion budget.
In Auckland, New Zealand, a growing Polynesian population including Maoris and Pacific islanders highlights race relations and the push for equality. Tensions spill into violence, while moderates seek progress through education and policy, with rising cultural recognition and political gains.
The writer rejects restricting legislation to target alleged hate groups. Citing fears of political misuse, the letter argues against punishing people for thoughts or associations and warns of overreach echoing Roman era accusations. The piece touches on crime laws and enforcement, ending with a brief reference to Russia.
Editor E L Pavledes thanks the Southern Illinois area volunteers for support of the Special Olympics on April 25 and the Senior Olympics on April 26 and 27. He credits in kind donations and services, noting events depend on volunteers and expressing gratitude from the boards of both organizations.
Open letter from a long time member urging Vietnam era veterans to visit and join local posts of the American Legion or VFW. Amid declining World War I II and Korean War veteran memberships these posts seek newer members to sustain communities that offer more than socializing.
OSHA has refused to issue federal rules mandating basic field sanitation for agricultural workers. The decision, opposed by staff, medical societies, and public health groups, leaves millions of field laborers without toilets water or hand washing near work and risks contamination of produce. Strong entities include OSHA, AMA, APHA, ANA, U.S. surgeon general, United States.
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