Battle lines form as Buckley eyed as third GOP nominee
The piece notes a Buckley bid as a possible third choice to split Ford support in New York and spite Reagan, amid a tense Republican contest for the presidential nomination. It highlights Ford's Kansas City trip, incumbency limits, Reagan's rapid rise, and the impact of Schweiker as running mate.
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New Ways to Pick a Vice Presidential Nominee in 1976
The piece compares Reagan and Ford methods for selecting a running mate, noting Reagan's pre convention move with Schweiker and Ford’s broad outreach. It highlights uncommitted delegates, a potential balance of powers, and the looming Kansas City convention as Republicans face internal tensions before the November vote.
Pro and Con The Air Bag Controversy
Washington weighs government action on air bags as a 7 year dispute intensifies. Coleman hearings draw 60 witnesses with proposers citing lives saved and costs. opponents push seat belt campaigns and warn of higher car prices and reduced sales.
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William T. Coleman Jr
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James H. Scheuer
D-N.y
Scheuer
Arbert L. Misch
Ford Motor Co
James W. Snow
Ontario
Robert W. Packwood
R Ore
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Marvin L. Esch
R. Mich
Esch
Time When Boys Had Better Stop Being Boys
A political column by James J. Kilpatrick criticizes Ford and Reagan forces at the Kansas City convention. It argues both camps share conservative aims, laments factional strife, and warns real issues may be sidelined while the race for the presidency dominates. The piece notes potential defections and questions party discipline. An reader opinion follows on Butler Drive planning.
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