Nixon Administration Signals Hope for Reduction in Federal Spending: Rep. Page Belcher's Insights1969-04-12McIntosh, W.E. (Dode), 1893-1991http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/enghttp://congressarchives.org/record/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0048Rep. Page Belcher of Tulsa believes that there is hope for a $5 billion cut in federal spending under the Nixon administration. He sees a conservative trend in government and supports reductions in spending, particularly in anti-poverty programs. Belcher does not consider himself a reactionary and emphasizes the importance of sound government and scrutinizing appropriations. He criticizes Senate subcommittee tours as potentially being used for political purposes.