The Reagan administration has taken numerous regulatory actions which are flatly inconsistent with the President's stated political philosophy. Nowhere is this more evident than at the Food and Drug Administration in areas concerning abortion, generic drugs, the denial of information, and medical devices. (RM)

Describes the catastrophic effects of recent record high interest rates on the American economy. The article proposes putting a low ceiling on interest rates to reestablish economic stability. (AM)

In the deregulatory fervor of the 1980's, the distinction between banks, nonbank depositories, and nondepository firms is becoming less clear as each tries to expand its activities in the emerging financial services industry. (RM)

Discusses the problems caused by lobbyists who abuse their rights in influencing legislation. Government expenses are increased when lobbying costs are included in the cost of government contracts. The problems involved in improving federal controls over lobbyists are examined. (AM)

Identifies issue areas in which President Reagan either has or does not have widespread public support. Suggests, for example, that attempts by the Reagan administration to reestablish school prayer, pass strict anti-pornography laws, outlaw the teaching of evolution, or end funding of sex education programs would result in a series of fruitless…

While print media are protected by the First Amendment, the electronic media are subject to content regulations. Gives an historical overview, showing how the Federal Communications Commission came to regulate radio. There should be a constitutional solution, an amendment protecting electronic media from government regulations. (CS)

Deregulation has had much to do with the competitive drive and vitality of financial services within the United States. The risks and rewards of deregulation for financial institutions are discussed, and principles which should serve as a guide in building any new regulatory structure are examined. (RM)

Compares the Reagan administration's campaign promises to its actual performance in handling women's issues. Administrative appointments, government programs for women in education, science, and business, federal laws and regulations, and social welfare programs affecting women are examined. (AM)

Charles G. Overberger, the vice-president for research at the University of Michigan, comments on the problems involved in the federal sponsoring of research at universities. (SJL)

The president of the University of Georgia, Athens, discusses the legislative history of Title IX and HEW's investigation of his school's athletic programs. He considers this as part of the trend toward increasing federal control of higher education. (SJL)