Hidden Government Payrolls Grow Beyond Official Count
The piece cites a Washington Post report claiming total federal payrolls reach 5.8 to 6.8 million when including 3 to 4 million outside workers funded by federal contracts. It highlights HEW as a prime example with over one million linked to think tanks and universities. Sen. Warren Magnuson criticizes this expansive contract system as a vast public service job program.
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New Deal fate debated at national policy conference
The piece reports on a National Conference on Alternative State and Local Public Policies in St Paul where Tom Hayden and other former New Left figures acknowledge Limits of welfare state programs. It notes a growing tax revolt in California and shifting consensus in US politics amid scarcity.
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Editorial: Inflation Runs Ahead of Carter Policy
The Richmond News Leader reprints an editorial arguing the Carter administration failed to curb inflation, predicting at least 7.2 percent overall inflation and nearly 13 percent for food housing energy and medical care. It cites a Gallup poll showing business pessimism and urges policy changes including budget discipline tax cuts and reduced regulation.
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Unemployment loses urgency as inflation dominates policy debate
The piece notes unemployment fell to 5.7 percent in June but remains uneven across groups. It cites higher rates among blacks and teens, shifts in work force demographics, and how broader social protections soften the sting of joblessness.
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Carter's Amazing Self-Confidence in SALT and Campaigns
President Carter remains confident in Senate support for SALT II and a possible SALT III, despite tumbling public esteem. He predicts GOP rivals and liberal Democrats will back him on arms talks, while Namely Exon Miller and Baren avoid Carter imprint.
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Editor invites signed letters with contact details
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Carter Policies Contradictory Amid Cold War Debate
The piece argues President Carter wavers between human rights advocacy and SALT II diplomacy, criticizing his handling of Soviet pressure over Jewish activists and perceived weak actions. Senators Jackson and others blame mixed signals, urging firmness against Moscow while noting his Annapolis speech acknowledged Soviet totalitarianism.
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