Health Care Task Force Needs Breathing Room
The Clinton health care reform task force led by Hillary Rodham Clinton faces criticism for closed door work and limited public hearing time. With over 400 staff and a May deadline, the group seeks space to craft a workable proposal for Congress.
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Letters To The Editor About Withdrawing The Comic Strip
A reader argues against removing the strip For Better or For Worse, praising free speech but condemning the gay theme. The letter proposes moving it to the editorial page or mailing options and criticizes the paper’s stance as ignoran t and harmful to circulation.
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Readers protest censoring comic strip and politics
A letter from Karen Rowe of New Ellenton objects to discontinuing the comic For Better or for Worse and condemns perceived homophobia. J F Elliott of Aiken adds criticism of a Clinton editorial and federal policy, defending South Carolina values.
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Aiken Standard Seeks Signed Letters To Editor
The Aiken Standard invites letters to the editor signed by the writer with a readable mailing address. Brief, direct letters are preferred and all letters may be edited. Send to The Editor Box 456 Aiken SC 29802.
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Governors in peril as state budgets strain on federal cuts
David Shribman reports that shaky finances, rising Medicaid costs, and sprawling federal mandates challenge governors nationwide. With welfare rolls up, education and health care dominate budgets, threatening reelection bids for Pete Wilson Lawton Chiles Barbara Roberts and John Engler while Bill Clinton pressures state reforms.
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Alcohol Awareness Month urges responsible drinking and recognizes alcoholism
Aiken Center director James Jones Jr outlines Alcohol Awareness Month and the scope of alcohol dependence in America. He notes 10 million Americans are alcoholics and 4.6 million teens face negative consequences yearly, urging responsible adult use and providing contact for treatment at The Aiken Center.
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Clinton pitches 1 billion aid for Russia amid political cost
In an Annapolis speech Clinton argued a $1 billion U S aid package for Russia protects American security and economy. He framed the investment as a strategic, not charitable, move with support from former presidents and U S policymakers while facing mixed public opinion polls.
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