Don't Spend the Peace Dividend Yet in Postwar Europe
The piece argues against immediate use of a potential peace dividend as Soviet reform and troop demobilization unfold. It notes that real savings depend on continued Gorbachev-led changes, possible Soviet reductions, and the lingering U.S. deficit which limits new domestic spending. Until a stable reduction in tensions and a balanced budget emerge, spending the dividend remains premature.
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Walsh hires new lawyer in Iran Contra probe
Special prosecutor Lawrence Walsh has added another attorney to the Iran Contra inquiry which has cost nearly 50 million dollars. The new lawyer will review for possible perjury the congressional testimony of Reagan administration officials. The piece questions when Walsh will end the politically charged investigation.
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Medigap costs spike then fear of further hikes loom
A reader blasts health coverage changes and aARP backed push, accusing insurers of raising Medigap prices before and after the law. The letter urges reform while criticizing editors and calling for constitutional limits on politicians. The writer, Courtney A. Abbott, and Ben Austin of San Marino weigh in.
Hungarians Seek Freedom in Romania Amid Communist Rule
A reader letter from Adelbert A Balunek of Lorain argues that Hungarians in north Transylvania face a second struggle for freedom under Ceausescu. He notes towns Temesvar Arad and Kolozsvar with Hungarian majorities and warns the death toll could rival 1956. He urges Romanian aid and recognition.
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Adelbert A. Balunek Lorain
Chronicle Telegram asks readers to send letters to editor
The Chronicle Telegram invites reader letters for the editorial page and notes letters may be edited for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full address and phone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor Chronicle Telegram Box 4010 Elyria 44036. Fax letters to 329-7187.
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Panamanian invasion tipped off by U S official and Panamanian shift
A U S intelligence intercept allegedly shows a Washington caller warned Manuel Noriega of the impending Panama invasion hours before President Bush ordered troops in. The White House has not acknowledged the tip, and the informant is described as a government official. The article also notes Cuba’s airspace incident and covers political maneuvering over federal judges, Thatcher’s reunification stance, and conflicts involving William Reilly and Illinois politics.
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George Bush
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Francois Mitterrand
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Foley guts Pentagon contractor revolving door limit law
Washington columnist notes House Speaker Foley waves away the Boxer Bennett amendment by suspending it in the pay raise bill. The move loosens rules on Pentagon to defense contractor transitions, with Bush pressure cited. Bennet Boxer authors blamed for losing a key reform. fight for revival planned in 1990.
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John Conyers
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