Connally and Ford Offer Contrasting Chappaquiddick Stances
In Florida and Washington last week Republican hopefuls John B. Connally and Gerald R. Ford presented rival approaches to Chappaquiddick. Ford said he would not make Kennedy's tragedy an issue in a campaign, while Connally urged full, fair, and exhaustive discussion or he would revisit the topic. The exchange framed questions of leadership and debate tone.
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Rat tlesnake ruckus hits Foggy Bottom restaurant scene
Washington tale recalls a government scientist warning a capital eatery to drop timber rattlesnake from the menu. Interior Secretary Cecil Andrus fires the subordinate amid environmental groups and looming endangered species debates.
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Letters to the Star Oppose Editorial on Jesse Jackson Visits
A reader criticizes The Star’s October 9 editorial for condemning Jesse Jackson’s meetings with Yasser Arafat and the PLO. The letter argues Jackson should be praised for engaging in Middle East peace efforts and highlights broader concerns about U.S. refugees and energy policy.
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Windfall tax on oil profits faces Senate clash
President Carter faces a Senate Finance Committee battle led by Russell Long over a windfall tax on oil company profits. The panel trims expected revenue, shifts focus to conservation credits, and jeopardizes funding for synthetic fuels and urban mass transit while aiming to offset tax gains with state deductions.
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Reagan and Kemp reshaping campaign tax cuts appeal
Reagan promotes broad based tax relief targeting blue collar workers and anti inflation aims with Jack Kemp as a key ally. The pair align on tax cuts, explore a Kemp led national role, and weigh a joint, broader Sunbelt strategy against inflationary pressure and welfare critique.
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Connally proposes peace plan with major Israeli concessions
Washington reports that John Connally outlines a Brookings Institution peace plan requiring Israel to withdraw from the West Bank, cede the Golan Heights to Syria, and abandon exclusive sovereignty in Jerusalem in exchange for U S promises of peace and a strong American military presence. He warns about Middle East oil as vital to Western civilization and fears over defending Israel.
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Connally's candor on Mideast policy sparks Republican debate
The Connally campaign cites Kissinger and Akins as shaping a tough Israel posture aimed at pressuring Israel over 1967 borders. Critics warn such a stance risks U.S. security and alienates Jewish voters while appealing to oil-driven conservatism and Arab leverage.
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