Correspondence Regarding Federal Budget and Spending Reduction in 1975, 1974-10-18

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Correspondence Regarding Federal Budget and Spending Reduction in 1975, 1974-10-18

Mrs. Matt Elder wrote to Congressman James R. Jones urging him to vote against the proposed federal budget due to concerns about deficit spending. She suggested reducing foreign aid and unnecessary domestic programs to prioritize vital needs. Congressman Jones responded, acknowledging her concerns and stating the importance of evaluating spending programs. Additionally, newspaper columnist Sylvia Porter criticized wasteful government spending, highlighting examples of unnecessary expenditures in various departments. President Ford proposed a $7.4 billion budget for education, with cuts to impact aid and increased funding for student grants. Senator William V. Roth criticized the lack of specific budget cut proposals from the administration.

Dates

1974-10-18

Language of Materials

English

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