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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 2003
Page
9
Editorial notes low turnout in Aiken on a plan to shift from 4-2-1 to 5-1-1. Despite NAACP backing, only 1,200 of 14,528 registered voters cast ballots. 732-450 favored 4-2-1. Concern grows over minority representation and possible federal intervention. Authorities may reexamine voting schemes after DOJ input.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with mailing address and telephone numbers for verification. Letters may be edited and condensed. Writers may submit no more than one letter every 30 days to ensure diverse viewpoints.
The Aiken Standard lists Scott B. Hunter as Publisher and Jeffrey B. Wallace as Editor. Roles include Advertising Director Art Zappa, Business Manager Ellen C. Priest, Managing Editor Timothy B. O Briant, Production Director Phillip Yates, Circulation Director Scot Newsom, Systems Manager J David Boyd, and Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson.
The piece argues a patriotic American can oppose the Iraq War without aiding enemies. It warns against violence or hate in protests and urges lawful dissent through letters, debates, vigils, prayers, and peaceful marches while supporting troops.
The piece likens the US Senate to a drunken pledge break, opposing a $726 billion tax cut by citing war costs. It cites Citizens Against Government Waste pig book examples, argues for restraint, and urges Congress to curb spending to reduce deficits and fund war finance.
Aiken resident Rebecca Funderber Ake asks why the city lost its skating rink and argues for a local facility. She cites empty Goody’s and upcoming Kmart space, the Hitchcock Plaza boost, and the desire for indoor recreation for families, contrasting with outdoor skate parks and other sports venues.
Aiken County residents are urged to elect Mike Hunt as sheriff praising his potential for improving county safety. The message notes an earlier supporter tally and criticizes Austin Rhodes and Jody Rowland, labeling Rhodes as responsible for eleven victim outcomes and counting only one successful candidate among eleven.
The Make-A-Wish Foundation of South Carolina warns it cannot fulfill all wishes due to funding shortfalls. 112 qualified children are waiting, including 19 in Aiken, with Andrew’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers visit cited as a positive example of impact. 1,000 plus SC wishes have been granted, but current economic and war-related strains threaten future support.
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