ADA's Ratings Show Decline Amid Liberal Backlash
The Americans for Democratic Action issues a low approval for the 95th Congress including Dan Daniel who scored zero for opposing DC voting rights and supporting HEW cuts. Noting sharp drops in scores for Harris II Fisher Robinson and others, the piece suggests waning influence as public opinion shifts away from liberal ideals.
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Americans For Democratic Action
Congress
Virginia
Dan Daniel
Ada
Daniel
District of Columbia
Rep
Hubert Humphrey
Eleanor Roosevelt
Herbert E. Harris II
Joseph L. Fisher
J. Kenneth Robinson
Get our money's worth from federal regulation
James C Miller III argues regulation has grown rapidly since 1970 with high costs and uneven benefits. He urges mandatory benefit cost analysis to guide agencies and Congress, noting limits but potential to improve efficiency and lives saved.
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Congress
FTC proposal would require used car inspections and disclosures
The FTC staff pushes a five year in the making rule for used car sales requiring a 60 item inspection, a formal disclosure form, and a left rear window display. Critics warn of $1.5 to $4 billion yearly costs and federal overreach amid state laws already in place.
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Washington Star Syndicate, Inc
Washington
Federal Trade Commission
Mike Pertschuk
Congress
Commission
Independent Automobile Dealers Association
FTC
Dealers’ Association
Wisconsin
Louisiana
Government inconsistency highlights high minded arrogance
A federal judge finds the EEOC guilty of discrimination for not promoting a Puerto Rican woman. The USPS announces it will mail 1978 income tax forms by December 26, with critics noting rising postage costs and lagging service. The piece argues government actions can defy expectations when convenient, labeled as high minded and arrogant.
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Emerson
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
U.S
Thomas A. Flannery
EEOC
U.S. Postal Service
Bretheren
Richmond
Times-Dispatch
Postal Service
Letters to the Editor Christmas Thanks Editor
A local nursing home notes appreciation for groups and individuals who sang carols and supported residents during Christmas. The writer applauds Salvation Army volunteers and others who helped elderly folk feel cared for and blessed by the Golden Rule in action. The piece also thanks The Star for farmer program space and wishes a happy New Year.
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the Star
Salvation Army
J.P. See
Winchester
Carter Civil Defense Debate Deepens White House Strife
Washington reports reveal White House aides furious over a New York Times front page claim that Carter flipped on civil defense. Officials fear a bureaucratic and political leak war as PD 41 costs face scrutiny and anti defense critics gain traction in Congress and State Department circles.
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Field Enterprises Inc
Washington
White House
New York Times
Carter
Times
State Department
Arms Control and Disarmament Agency
Pentagon
National Security Council
NSC
Jody Powell
ACDA
State
Ci Defense
Sealy
Newwrat
Certat
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Warren County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service
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