Strange love hate relation between presidents and public
The piece notes Americans baying at presidents in office yet honoring them after leaving office. It cites U.S. News and World Report on lavish ex presidency support totaling about 800000 dollars annually for pensions staffs and office expenses split between Ford and Nixon. Nixon enjoys five color televisions and free repairs to his electric cart. Ford gets 2000 dollars yearly for office plants and 100 dollars monthly for a professional service.
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Ex Presidents Face Scrutiny Over Public Costs
The piece argues former heads of state living at public expense deserve tighter review amid budget cuts. It notes Secret Service and retirement provisions under PL 85 745, contrasts with Social Security and military retiree benefits, and highlights presidents now earning book royalties and TV fees after leaving office.
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U.S.S.R. Reenters Sinai Peace Process Through U.N. Route
United Nations discussions mark Moscow’s return to the Middle East peace framework as the Soviet Union signals possible vetoes on extending the U.N. military presence in the Sinai. Western powers weigh alternate forces if a veto blocks UN troops, with Carter signaling readiness to act if the treaty breaks down.
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Hollywood Sheds Light On The China Syndrome Debate
The film portrays a fictional nuclear accident echoing Three Mile Island themes. Critics say it delivers a political statement rather than a factual guide to nuclear power, highlighting stereotypes of business and media. Audiences may enjoy it but should seek real energy solutions beyond Hollywood.
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Energy tax support and praise for Byrd in letters
Letters urge readers to back President Carters energy windfall profits tax and government research funding. Millard K. Reed lauds nuclear energy and big oil tax proceeds. Carlton Staples praises Senator Byrd and calls for independent voices in federal budgeting.
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Nuclear fears reshape California nuclear policy
In the wake of the Three Mile Island incident Governor Brown calls for Rancho Seco shutdown and safety reviews. California lawmakers consider new authority to close unsafe plants and demand plant modifications while utilities resist action citing power needs.
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Arguing Over Money Policy Blumenthal and Miller Clash
Treasury Secretary Blumenthal pressures the Federal Reserve to tighten money supply to combat inflation while Fed Chair Miller warns further tightening would strain the economy. The piece also notes Thatcher’s visit, Eizenstat’s energy policy leak, and Rep Kemp’s presidential ambitions in New York.
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