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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1978
Page
4
A reader argues the SSA overpaid 61 000 people by 125 million between 1974 and 1976 and faults people, not computers, for errors. The letter then criticizes the 1979 federal budget, urging spending cuts to balance the budget, stressing leadership and individual quality over machines.
The Washington Star column condemns a District of Columbia constitutional amendment plan that would treat DC as a state for representation and presidential elections. It argues the measure misuses language, undermines constitutional protections, and would effectively empower liberal urban Democrats while offering evidence that DC residents already have limited voting power.
The notice lists the Winchester Evening Star Inc headquarters at 2N Kent Street Winchester Virginia 22601 with contact number 667-3200 for inquiries and subscription services.
In a confidential August memo to Defense Secretary Harold Brown Zbigniew Brzezinski demands aggressive White House support from the DOD and JCS for the Latin America nuclear free zone treaty. The move signals Carter's drive to impose discipline on ACDA and the Commerce Department and shape policy for SALT talks.
William Safire surveys Britain's election race with Thatcher and Callaghan. He notes ads, rhetoric, and the clash of issues from unemployment and inflation to crime and immigration, highlighting gender bias and the use of Dryden lines by both sides.
The Wall Street Journal editorial argues Carter vetoed the defense procurement authorization to look strong, misreading congressional funding blends. It notes the distinction between authorization and appropriation, outlines carrier funding sources, and criticizes the White House for political posturing over naval programs.
A Frederick County draft board member defends army recruitment and reflects on the Vietnam era, noting long standing military roles and questioning sources of information. He cites Will Rogers as a cautionary standard and mentions News and World Report for context.
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