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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1979
Page
4
A U S News review notes Virginia and Illinois are among 17 states with constitutional bans on sex based discrimination. It contrasts federal ERA language with Virginia’s approach while citing the Fourteenth Amendment and debates over ERA ratification and boycott tactics.
The First Family favors river transport aboard the stern wheeler Delta Queen after a Baltimore train trip. The American Bus Association protested federal subsidies and fuel economy governing trains. The Delta Queen survives under historic safety exemptions, aided by VIP riders this week.
Brenda J McIntire and Mary Jane HS defend candy sales as funding for clubs trips scholarships and events at James Wood while questioning the ban’s fairness and nutritional logic. They argue candy profits support transportation and activities and note inconsistencies with other banned items.
A 1979 column argues the Supreme Court operates as both interpreter and maker of law, with Justice Powell praised for independence and impact. It questions checks on the Court and notes the "supreme law" emerges from theoretically autonomous justices along with constitutional evolution and amendment limits.
Russell Baker notes that in New England the Sox and Yaz dominate sports discourse with reverence. He mixes humor and regional pride as he contrasts Yaz's aging tendons with rivals like the Yankees and Orioles, framing baseball as a cultural rite.
Washington insiders view Carter White House staff changes as a sign Walter Mondale gains leverage as Rafshoon departs and Schneiders exits. The row over image makers and internal staff tensions reflects Mondale's strengthening role despite public dismissals.
Internal conflicts between Mondale aligned aides and Carter liberal staff sparked tensions from Camp David onward. Rafshoon and Schneiders faced opposition as Mondale pressed liberal agendas, including health care and full employment plans. Schneiders announced resignation plans before the midterms and move to Georgetown University.
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