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Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 2014

Page

11

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.

S.C 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.

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.

Guy 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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Ellen Priest Tim O’briant Melissa Hanna Michael Ulmer Adrienne Rich Editorial ASEN Idard SOO Aiken County Council Scott Singer Newt Gingrich Mitt Romney Nikki Haley River Bluff Indian Creek Plantation South Cornerstone Furgiuele Gary Bunker America
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