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...scorns the notion of an amnesty because it suggests he is guilty of something (see TIME ESSAY, next page). "I don't think I did anything wrong," he says. "At least I did what I had to do. I don't think I have to be forgiven for what was morally right. That's not my impression of amnesty." Back home in Johnston, Pa., his mother, Mrs. Betty Frederick, goes along: "Some parents disown their sons for this, but I can't. If he feels that this is right...
...amnesty to achieve reconciliation after a civil war or a period of internal strife. France, which has seen more such conflict than most countries, has made amnesty almost a habit; the latest example occurred in 1968 when right-wing opponents of Charles de Gaulle's Algerian policy were forgiven their earlier campaign of terror. Britain, with a more placid history, has had less reason to grant amnesty; it did so, however, after its civil war in the 17th century, after the Restoration of Charles II a few years later, and again in the 18th century to those who took...
More practically, how could the U.S. ever field an army of draftees again if it established the precedent that draft evasion will be forgiven? An act of compassion and mercy now, however well-intentioned, might cost the country its freedom at some time in the future. And while amnesty might reconcile one group, say the opponents, it would embitter many Americans. Healing some wounds, it would exacerbate others, they contend. Senator Taft can attest to the bitterness of those who oppose amnesty. He asked one protester what should be done about draft evaders if his plan is rejected. The answer...
...casual customer at Dallas International Bank might be forgiven for thinking he had stumbled onto the set of a western movie. In the lobby, men stalked about brandishing shotguns and fistfuls of ammunition. But instead of taking money out, they were putting it in. The bank was giving away shotguns to anyone taking out a 21-year certificate of deposit...
...over-dressed as Marimekko-bright Raggedy Anns and Andys that the smallest lapse in the blocking and the stage tends to loss its focus. And while the voices are generally good, they, nonetheless, benefit by the generous use of handheld mikes. Intermission comes, however, and all is soon forgiven. In a winning display of ecclesiastical chic, the cast invites the audience up on stage for a chance at conversation and a little bit of wine...