Soviet tactical nuclear buildup alarms NATO leaders
Gen. Alexander Haig warns of a steady Soviet expansion in middle and longer range tactical nuclear weapons, calling the growth alarming for the United States and Western Europe. He cites SS-20 missiles, mobile artillery warheads, and new fighter aircraft with conventional and nuclear roles, noting the need to modernize NATO deterrents amid a postponed neutron bomb decision.
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Byrd says energy bill votes ready amid ERA delay risk
Senate Democratic Leader Byrd says votes exist to pass the natural gas pricing bill but warns of maneuvers to delay it until action on the ERA extension. Schroeder jokes deregulating women as a counterpoint while Bayh Cranston seek swift ERA vote. ERA deadline looms with 38 states needed. Byrd predicts final passage between 52 and 60 votes as energy plans push price increases and deregulation of new gas by 1985.
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