Editorial Board Thoughts on Truth and Silence
Aiken Standard presents a reflection from its editorial staff quoting Adrienne Rich on how lying can be conveyed through words and silence. The piece invites readers to consider honesty in communication and the ethical responsibilities of publishers.
Lawmaker pushes to bolster coroner reporting on child deaths
South Carolina senator Tom Young introduces a measure to empower the Department of Social Services to disclose details of suspected child abuse and neglect and to publicly report when abuse leads to death or near death. Aiken County Coroner Tim Carlton supports full reporting but notes about 90 percent compliance among coroners, urging 100 percent. The bill aims to improve transparency and consistency in investigating child fatality cases.
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Tom Young
R-Aiken
State Department of Social Services
Young
Aiken
Columbia
South Carolina
Aiken County
Tim Carlton
Carlton
Pace up VA backlog relief amid political pressure
The piece argues the VA backlog of 344000 cases shows government delay in veterans benefits. It notes Boehner calls for firings of those responsible while Shinseki cites progress from 611000 to 344000. It urges Congress to push for faster processing and timely responses for veterans.
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Obama
U.S. House
John Boehner
Ohio
Veterans Affairs
Eric Shinseki
Shinseki
Congress
Lively District 2 race as Stake and Furgiuele vie seat
Column previews the Ai ken County Council District 2 Republican primary race with candidates Mike Stake and Camille Furgiuele. Stake promotes constitutional government and economic development while Furgiuele stresses conservative leadership and local issues ahead of the June 10 primary. Gary Bunker notes Woodside’s pivotal role.
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Mike Stake
Aiken County
Ridge
Chukker Creek
Stake
Denver
Colo
Everything At Stake
American Heritage
Tea Party
Lindsey
South Carolina
Republican Party
Ron Paul
Central Banking
Federal Reserve Board
Thomas Jefferson
Andrew Jackson
North Augusta
Jackson
Camille Furgiuele
Woodside Plantation
Woodside
Hollow Creek
Anderson Pond
Sandstone
South Aiken
Memorial Day values and school schedules stir local debate
A letter to the editor condemns altering Memorial Day observance for a makeup lesson day. The writer cites historical shifts to a last Monday in May and argues against shortchanging a day honoring fallen military personnel for weather related school delays and low attendance credits. The author questions school board priorities and questions re election prospects.
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Nikki Haley
River Bluff
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Gary Bunker
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