Carter Faces Split Advice on Cuba Angola Involvement
Discussion of conflicting views within the Carter administration over Cuba's military role in Angola and neighboring states. Andrew Young disputes NSC estimates and casts doubt on troop numbers, while Brzezinski and State Department figures differ, shaping U.S. policy and public stance.
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Unsung and Faceless Laughers
Russell Baker notes how modern media let audiences enjoy performances by dead icons from Hendrix to Toscanini, Crosby to Presley, Armstrong to Ellington. He observes television often features classic films and stars like Bogart and Gable, while callers repeatedly revisit long-deceased entertainers.
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The Right to Vote in a Question for Civics Education
The piece critiques voter apathy amid reforms A study by The Committee for the Study of the American Electorate notes turnout shifts in New Jersey Virginia Detroit Minneapolis New York and other cities with Virginia up while most others drop The author argues that people feel their vote does not matter and warns turnout will fall further unless votes gain real impact The essay blends civic reflection with a personal memory of Uncle Parker and the rise of television laugh tracks.
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Sadat peace push exposes Soviet aims in Middle East
The Tripoli gathering of radical Arab states exposed Moscow's influence and motives in the region. Sadat recalls ambassadors, seeks to preserve peace talks, and Syria's stance remains pivotal as Geneva Conference prospects shift.
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Winter Driving Odds and Ends in a Midwest Snowstorm
A narrator and companion battle a midwest snow storm with worn tires and failing chains. They stop at a gas station to fit chains, endure snapped links, and limp to a motel as dawn approaches and the weatherman becomes a target of their frustration.
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McClellan Remembered as Senate Giant and Integrity Icon
A Senate tribute honors Arkansas Senator John L. McClellan after his death at 81. Colleagues praise his integrity and investigative leadership, noting his work on the Investigations subcommittee and labor management issues.
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