Abstract

Editorials

The article presents information related to political issues. This session of the U.S. Congress will see a renewed drive for legislation dangerous to civil liberties. The chances of its success are greater than ever. In the convergence of several widely different forces lies a threat to basic rights more serious than any this country has seen since the post-war reaction. Some will be tempted, to speak of a kind of pre-war reaction. According to another information, the expiration of the trade treaty with Japan, the Far Eastern relations of the U.S. lead into a new and crucial stage. Over the past forty years people find that American policy in the Far Fast shows a remarkable consistency. The basis of this policy has been the belief that the interests of this country, as well as those of the world as a whole, are best served by a strong, independent China.