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\ Letter from Washington by Senator Charles H. Parcy by Senator Charles H. Parcy The 94th Congress, which convened this month, faces numerous challenges in deal­ ing with the nation's crucial ' economic and energy prob­ lems. Congress must assert its authority by initiating programs to meet these chal­ lenges and fulfill its responsi­ bility,, With inflation continuing at an annual rate of more than 10 percent and unemployment at more than 7 percent, we can ill afford to wait before enacting specific legislative proposals to help turn these figures around. The American people are ahead of their elected officials in this regard. They want action. To stimulate the economy and reduce unemployment, we need to take selective actions. I am advocating a downward revision of the tax tables for low and middle-income Amer­ icans. Inflation has pushed many people into higher tax brackets, but at the same time has robbed them of any increased actual spending power. I favor an increase in the investment tax credit to 10 percent to encourpge more corporate investment. This would stimulate industry and provide jobs for suppliers of new equipment. I also support an expanded public employ­ ment program on a "work not welfare" basis for persons who cannot find jobs. To reduce inflation, we must somehow bring down the prices of food and fuel, the two leading contributors to the inflationary spiral. We should emphasize expanded production and remove limits on production of such crops as peanuts, rice and cotton. If these steps are taken, and we have good weather this year, we may be able to stabilize food prices. The energy problem will take more stringent action. We simply must have manda­ tory energy conservation measures to help influence a reduction in the world price of crude oil. In my judgment, we should aim for a 10 per­ cent reduction in U.S. oil consumption, or almost two million barrels a day, by the end of the year. To accomplish this, I have urged an increased gasoline tax with appropriate rebates to allow for essential driving; an auto efficiency tax incen­ tive program based on gas mileage to encourage fuel conservation and spur devel­ opment of more energy-effi­ cient cars; stricter enforce­ ment of the 55 mile per hour speed limit and "no-drive days" for every American automo- mobile; restrictions on com­ mercial and industrial heat­ ing, cooling and lighting, and adoption of insulation stand­ ards' for all new construction; and abolition of the highway trust fund to free its revenue for mass transit and other forms of transportation be­ sides highways. Other vital legislation will be considered in the early days of the new Congress. We, must move swiftly on consid­ eration of a national health insurance plan to assure Americans that they will be protected against the finan­ cial ruin that often accom­ panies catastrophic illness. Creation of the Agency for Consumer Advocacy, which has been considered by the last two Congresses, should be a top priority item so the American consumer will be protected in the marketplace. And Congress must move to reform our tax structure, especially as it affects the oil industry. Congress must retain the spirit ofr independence and initiative that has been devel­ oped over the past two years. TTie American people expect and deserve an active Con­ gress. It is now up to Con­ gress to meet the challenge. M by GAYLORD . . . : color- THE ipecii -black/ white • commercial THE RECOMMENDED PHOTOGRAPHER' ipecial event*--wedding candids--aerial- mmerciat i RAPHER' mmmJ Passport Photos 48 Hour Service 3850170 385-8688 GUTTERS UNLIMITED suMiess GUTTERS GUTTERS COLORS ASK oboot tar HiUw PriMt on Akminum tidnj, nffit, fan & 1JM Tnifl 385-9427 PET CENTER GIVE AWAY 7 week old kitten, tri-colored female. 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Now that we have that under way, we will seek out and take legal action against the smaller sources also," Briceland said. He continued : "We estimate that out of the 19,000 sources which emit pollutants per year, 9,000 don't have permits. These permits are important. Without them, r we have a potentially serious situation. Air pollution can cause or aggravate lung diseases - diseases such as bronchitis or emphysema." "When an industry applies for a permit it must, among other things, be in compliance with state air pollution control regulations. These regulations set limits, based on health factors, on the amounts of pollutants that industries can release." "With this system, the agency and residents can be certain that local industries are taking the steps necessary to control pollution - the steps necessary to protect our health." "Industries operating without the permits which were required by Jun§, 1973, should contact the Illinois EPA in Springfield immediately. If they don't, they should expect to hear from us," Briceland concluded! insight Swaim Q: Mr. Swaim, I believe that almost all politicians are crooked and I believe it is impossible for a Christian to be a politician. Don't you believe that Christians should stay out of politics? A: You have made several broad, sweeping generalities that I cannot agree with. First, I do not believe that all politicians are crooked and I do believe it is possible for a Christian to be involved in politics and government. "Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's and unto God the things that are God's." I am sure nothing would please the racketeers, gang­ sters and underworld more than for all Christians and honest people to stay away from the polls on election day and to refuse to get involved in politics. Not only do I believe that Christians can be involved in govern­ mental affairs, but I urge Christians to do so^ The cli­ che, "Politics is dirty" is un­ true. There are many men in government who have very high principles, fine motives and unquestionable integrity -- they have sacrificed person­ ally to effectively serve the people they represent. It is true that there are some crooked politicans. We need to be well enough informed on the issues and men in political elections to vote out the bad ones and vote in the good ones, otherwise, the cli­ che, "All politics is dirty," may become a reality. Q: Mr. Swaim, I have been a member of the church for many years, but have not found the peace of which I have heard you speak so of­ ten. How can I find this peace? Is it to be found in the church? PAGE 15 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY. JANUARY 24, lt75 A: There is no church that can give you peace. If there were, more than sixty percent of the people of the United States would have peace be­ cause approximately that number has some church af­ filiation. A simple church af­ filiation can never guarantee peace. It may, on occasion, act as a kind of sedative to provide a temporary satis­ faction. . Peace, however, jcomes from God. True peace comes through a correct relationship with Him. It is this kind of peace that was made possible through the sacrifice of Jesus. The Bible teaches us, "For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of par­ tition between us; Having abolished in his flesh the en­ mity thereby : And came and preached peace to you which were afar off, and to them that were nigh." Ephesians 2: 14-17. It is my conviction that this is the kind of peace the world needs. It is a peace that is brought through a relation­ ship with Jesus, knowing that our past is forgiven and our future is guaranteed if we are true and faithful to Him. For a confidential and Bib­ lical answer to your ques­ tions, write Larry Swaim, 985 Ponce de Leon Avenue, N.E., Atlanta, Georgia 30306. 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