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...tell the senior citizens, 'We're going to increase Social Security benefits. Hurray for Udall and the Democratic Congress!' Now if we increase Social Security, the young people trying to raise a family say, 'What the hell is going on here? There's more money coming out of my paycheck. I can't stand...
...clinches and boldly traded punches at center ring. In the cool night air of Montreal's Olympic Stadium, steam began to rise from the fighters' backs. At the end of 15 unrelenting rounds, Duran had a unanimous decision, his 70th victory in 71 professional fights, and a paycheck estimated at $1.65 million. The personable Leonard, who won an Olympic gold medal in Montreal four years ago, suffered his first loss in 28 professional fights. But his purse should provide some consolation: it is expected to be upwards of $10 million. (Each fighter's cut was agreed upon...
Such extensive services and facilities are maintained at the cost of a smaller paycheck for the Soviet worker than for his American counterpart. The average wage for a 41-hour week at the Minsk plant is 205 rubles ($308) a month. But a full-course lunch in the factory cafeteria costs only 50 or 60 kopecks (750 to 900), and rent for a factory-subsidized two-room apartment, including heat, electricity, water and telephone, is a scant 12 to 15 rubles ($18 to $23) a month. Medical care is free, and outstanding workers are eligible for factory-sponsored trips...
...appalled by his Government-owned housing ("The kids freeze in the winter") and is disgusted by the program of college courses offered on base ("It's a phony"). Cerce plans to accept a job as a deputy sheriff in Warren, Pa., where he will take home a bigger paycheck and have time as well to earn a college degree. Says he: "I'm not expecting to get rich, but I expect to make a better life out there...
...love of the limelight and a yearning for money. There is no question that Ali has lost attention since he retired, and the man thrives on being surrounded by cheering crowds and inquisitive reporters. There is also no question that the man lives well, and the proposed $7 million paycheck he will receive for climbing in the ring against Tate will buy a lot of car batteries. But, is it worth it? Muhammad Ali is no longer the fighter he once was. A young and enthusiastic Cassius Clay, with the quick hands and feet that never touched the canvas...