Israel world conscience and the postwar gaze
A reflective essay argues Israel stands as the world conscience yet grapples with internal weakness and external pressure. It critiques U S policy, traces Jewish population shifts, and notes Rabin Peres tensions, inflation, emigration desires, and diaspora dynamics amid a precarious regional position.
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Carter's Shadow Presidency in Transition Years
Plains Georgia president elect Jimmy Carter moves amid pine and peanut fields while shadowing the outgoing Ford administration. Analysts warn the arrangement could complicate future governance as Carter seeks rapid cabinet formation and limited powers until inauguration.
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Uncle Sam ripped off by Simon secret jet jaunt
Washington columnist accuses Secretary of the Treasury William Simon of extravagant travel and excessive Secret Service protection on a 131500 trip to London Moscow and Mexico City. He contrasts Simon with Kissinger Rusk and Carter era spending, calling for restraint and accountability.
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Elliot Richardson
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