Thatcher era marks pivotal change in British diplomacy
The piece credits Margaret Thatcher with transforming Britain's image as a media event and world power. It highlights her first official U.S. visit, her strong stance on Iran hostages, and lifting Rhodesia sanctions, while noting unresolved questions about Britain's economic reforms and long term policy direction.
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Washington
Margaret Thatcher
Thatcher
No. 10
Downing St
Winston Churchill
Lord Carrington
P.M
Israel
Golda Meir
Carter
Iran
Rhodesia
White House
Britain
U.S
Tehran
Family of Free Nations
Joe Clark
Canada
Immigration policy and border patrol cutback critique
Article criticizes the Carter administration for slashing 310 of 495 new Border Patrol officers in fiscal 1980, arguing it will not stem illegal immigration from Mexico. It notes 2,000 to 3,000 undocumented entrants daily, and urges decisive action ahead of Hesburgh reform report.
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Mexico
Office of Management and Budget
Congress
Carter
Theodore Hesburgh
Special Commission On Immigration Reform
Washington
Letter to Editor Praises Winchester House Community
A writer from The Star expresses gratitude for joining God family at Winchester House. She credits the youth groups church groups and service clubs for their time talents and gifts that filled her heart to overflowing during the Christmas season.
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God
Winchester House
Eam Thotheters
Hentia Ounieon
Tore Rae Seen
Aie
Harvard president Bok urges unity to meet nation’s future
Derek Bok’s Harvard speech warns America is splintered by many special interests and warns that national cooperation and a new spirit are required. He urges cross‑disciplinary work and curriculum changes to foster collaboration across fields. The piece links these ideas to national leadership and 1980 elections.
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United States
Harvard
America
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Iran
Carter
Congress
Derek Bok
Constitutional tinkering on balanced budget push faces doubts
Washington editorial argues Senate Joint Resolution 126 aims for a constitutional balanced budget. It critiques vague definitions and enforcement, noting revenue and spending estimates are uncertain and that legal constraints may be ineffective against political expedience.
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Unive. Sar Press
Washington
Harry F. Byrd
Senate
Judiciary
Congress
Carter
Reagan Faces South Carolina Test In 1980 Campaign
The piece relays that South Carolina votes on March 8, the first major test for Reagan in 1980 as Thurmond endorsements and candidate shifts shape the GOP field. Connally and Edwards counter moves, with Bush and Baker possible entrants, set a four way battle and possible televised debate implications.
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Pat Furgurson
Baltimore Sun
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Reagan
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Seaece
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Greenville
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John Connally
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Charles Ravenel
Federal Commission
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