Honest Mistake by Winchester City Council on Secret Ballots
The Winchester Evening Star notes the July 1 secret ballot over the vice president and vice mayor posts may violate the Virginia FOI Act. If ruled invalid, the selection lacks legal effect until ratified in open session. The paper cautions about crossed party lines and urges a public re vote to affirm Mr. Mote and Mr. Garber.
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Parallel peace plans surface in Middle East talks
Egypt and Israel present contrasting five year self rule and land transfer ideas with no PLO mention. Analysts see a possible path to negotiation from the London foreign ministers meeting as the two sides avoid a formal cabinet rejection.
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Bella Abzug appointment signals politics over ERA strategy
Rowland Evans and Robert Novak weigh Bella Abzug's selection to head a National Advisory Committee for Women. The piece argues the move reflects White House naiveté and a shift toward coalition tactics under Anne Wexler, risking ERA gains as Carter seeks political revival. It notes Abzug's controversial Rosenberg tribute presence and mixed reactions from Key aides and supporters.
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Seven Dirty Words case stirs press outrage
Washington Star notes ongoing media backlash after the Supreme Court ruling in the Seven Dirty Words matter. Lyle Denniston cites a string of losses for the press through June and questions if the July 3 Station WBAI decision marks another setback.
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Rights and limits in broadcasting free speech debate
Reprinted viewpoint argues the FCC and Supreme Court case over George Carlin's Seven Dirty Words. It weighs boycott options against Uganda's regime, warns against broad censorship, and defends editorial judgment on taste and cultural values. The piece critiques libertarian extremes and emphasizes protecting readers from offensive language.
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Democrats Hit On Inflation
Washington reports Republicans shift to the issue of inflation and high taxes in the 1978 campaign. They blame Carter and the Democrats for rising prices and deficit, arguing for Kemp Roth style tax cuts and smaller spending. Carter veto threats and rising CPI figures frame the tussle as voters face higher costs.
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Viewpoint and Open Forum Guidelines at Winchester Star
The Winchester Evening Star invites signed Letters to the Editor with name, address, and phone number and limits submissions to 350 words. Viewpoint is a regular opinion forum and Open Forum features guest columns 500 to 750 words long. Contact Editorial Editor at 667 3200 for ideas.
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