Public Hearing Sought on Charleston Naval Shipyard Use
The Charleston Naval Shipyard closure prompts options including a marine life display. An amended shrimp bill would repeal a 1992 law banning dolphins and whales exhibits, moving to House debate. Sea World interest exists but hinges on the law, while animal rights groups urge separate consideration and a full public hearing.
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Air Force ends women training in supersonic jets
The Air Force will stop allowing women to train in supersonic jets and air combat tactics linking to combat missions. Female instructors in supersonic jets will lose their jobs though no performance issue is shown. The announcement argues for equal opportunity in all military roles.
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Senate GOP Wields Its Minority Clout
Washington analysis notes that after the 1992 election the Republican minority in the Senate can block most Clinton proposals with the 60 vote rule. It cites filibuster leverage, past battles, and the need for cross party support to move major items like the stimulus and health care agenda.
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Community letters praise standard and critique overrun
Readers discuss politics religion and media influence from censorship of a comic strip to government aid and taxation. Letters praise The Aiken Standard for not running a controversial strip while addressing public welfare policy and libertarian ideas.
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