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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1981
Page
4
The piece argues that televised repeatings of Kent State echo a broader 1970s revolt, urging that revolution always carries a price. It contends youths who played revolution failed to grasp real stakes and that the true lesson is that wage of revolution ends childhood.
A Census Bureau report shows one third of households receive some federal aid with Medicare forming half of beneficiaries. The piece argues entitlement programs push the budget toward a trillion dollars, fueling inflation and stagnation and making cuts politically tough.
In a column reflecting 1980s sentiment, Ashley Cooper questions Reagan and Nancy Reagan about perceived extravagance. The piece argues lavish living may trigger resentment among the poor and fuel disapproval from the wealthy. It contrasts Hollywood roots with public duty amid budget tensions.
A letter praises Mrs. Fletcher's appeal for adequate Aiken County Library funding. The writer argues a strong library reflects local status, aids business, attracts educated residents, and should be protected as the community grows.
An Indianapolis Star guest editorial argues the Reagan era shifts power away from a large state to the people while criticizing opponents for claiming change is impossible. The piece decries taxes cannot be cut spending cannot be trimmed and liberties cannot be restored.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with the writer's handwriting and mailing address. Anonymous submissions are rejected. Letters should be legible and may be edited for space and libel, with a typical 200 word limit and editors reserving discretion.
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