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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 2004
Page
15
The Aiken City Council weighs limits on yard debris curbside time to 48 hours and shifts to quarterly pickups for large trash items. Editorial argues weekend yard work should go curbside when done, warns against midweek burden, and supports a $25 fee for non functioning appliances disposal.
Mike Reagan notes Republicans flag Democratic panel tactics after the 9/11 attacks. He argues Democrats failed to show evidence of advance warnings and uses past intelligence funding battles to blame President Bush while defending Clinton-era decisions.
A reader argues that criticism of the president and support for troops must not undermine morale of servicemen in Iraq. The letter questions the impact of public dissent on enemy perception and soldier morale, urging responsible free speech and actions to support troops. The piece also addresses DHEC restaurant ratings at The Aiken Standard, explaining minor maintenance issues can affect scores and urging readers to inspect kitchens for true health standards.
Air Force retiree Stephen V. Geddes argues Christians and Jews share roots, condemns Islamic leadership, calls for 30,000 to 40,000 more troops in Iraq, and criticizes U S leadership for collateral damage and misallocated portfolios. He cites Iraqi reactions as expected consequences. Geddes signs from Aiken.
A reader describes Savannah River Site employees facing upcoming layoffs with fear and uncertainty. Workers express concern as delays in announcements heighten anxiety, while the writer contrasts past downsizings handled efficiently with what is happening now.
The Aiken Standard invites readers to submit opinions on topics of local interest for the Letters to the Editor column. Address letters to Letters to the Editor P O Box 456 Aiken South Carolina 29802. Email swallace aikenstandard com Fax 803 648 6052.
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