Immigration bill politics and the Simpson-Mazzoli clash
Opinion observes political games around the Simpson-Mazzoli immigration bill. It argues a Reagan veto would hurt GOP support among Hispanics and broader voters, urging House leaders to allow a straight up vote on the measure rather than block it amid an election year. The piece notes Hispanic activists oppose the bill but polls show broad desire to curb illegal immigration.
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Reagan
William French Smith
House
Thomas P
Tip” O'Neill
Congressional Hispanic Caucus
Justice Department
O'Neill
Simpson-Mazzoli
Oval Office
Tip O’neill
Tip O'Neill
Jim Wright
Tip O'Neil
Congress
United States
Mr. Reagan
Senate
Vietnam faces economic woes and Cambodia policy
The State Department intelligence report notes Vietnam's dire economy eight years after U.S. pullout, its leadership still firmly in control despite aging figures, and a resolve to keep occupying Cambodia to ensure a subservient regime. It cites economic tightening, private sector constriction, and potential succession changes. Also covered are terse headlines about Hustler publisher Larry Flynt’s publicity stunt and defense budget cuts for re-enlistment bonuses for dentists.
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Washington
United States
Vietnam
Cambodia
State Department
Intelligence and Research Bureau
Dale van Atta
Hanoi
le Duan
Ho Chi Minh City
Saigon
Central Committee
Lems
Kampuchea
Ho Chi Minh
Larry Flynt
Congress
P.i. Department
Flynt
House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee
Masa
Capital Hill
Letters: Why can't doctors wait on insurance
The Chronicle Telegram letter writer urges state and federal action to require Medicare and other insurances to be accepted for services. He details cash-only visits, mounting outlays, and hardship while arguing insurance should guarantee care, not force cash upfront. He cites personal costs and unanswered questions about doctors' practices.
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St. Joseph
Elyria Hospital
Lorain
Residents Call Toll Reform for Ohio Suburb
A North Ridgeville resident laments aged toll rules that charge steep metropolitan Cleveland calls from a Florida origin. He notes five minutes to North Olmsted and longer to Westlake incur high costs, affecting friends and family and deterring growth. He urges city leaders to drop the abrasive toll system to aid expansion.
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Lam
Ohio
North Ridgeville
Mills Creek
Cleveland
North Olmsted
Westlake
Florida
Opposed PUCO plan to charge higher rates for winterization
A reader denounces the Ohio Public Utilities Commission proposal to raise electric and gas rates to fund home winterization for the poor. He argues price controls require supply demand balance, accuses utilities of protecting profits, and rails against social welfare measures and perceived tax funding of insulation for others.
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PUCO
Ohio
William Callahan
Letters on topical subjects require signature
The paper will publish letters only if the writer signs them. Although names and addresses are provided, unsigned letters are not published. Addresses are not printed.
Auto Thefts in Cleveland Spur School Funding Idea
A reader cites The Ohio Motorist finding Cleveland ranks third in U S auto thefts. One in 29 cars stolen, costing residents far more in insurance. The letter argues redirecting $2.6 million from theft losses to Cleveland schools could fund substantial improvements.
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Ohio Motorist
AAA
Cleveland
United States
Boston
Hartford
Cleveland Browns
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