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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1987
Page
4
A discussion on the dangers of heavily tinted auto windows notes they hinder safety and law enforcement. It cites South Carolina law allowing nontransparent glass, argues for federal and state action, and urges legislative urgency to eliminate such tints for better driver visibility and accountability.
Navy Secretary James Webb overturned former secretary John Lehman's order allowing Naval Academy graduates to pursue professional sports during service. He also upheld a promotions board decision, insisting the process remains fair. Ensign Napoleon Callum is restricted from NFL play, while basketball All American David Robinson will serve two years. He stressed the academy must produce naval officers, not professional athletes.
The FCC warns three radio stations and expands its definition of indecency beyond the seven dirty words to language or material that, by contemporary standards, depicts sexual or excretory activities or organs. Critics warn the move could curb satire and public affairs discussions and invite costly challenges to licenses.
A Los Angeles Times Syndicate piece argues the Iran deal, NATO posture, and the Reagan Gorbachev talks create a turning point in how Europe and the United States view nuclear weapons. It weighs short, intermediate, and long range scenarios and urges deep cuts with verification.
Ashley Cooper reflects on race in media and sport highlighting Gerry Cooney and Michael Spinks in a candid talk. He argues racial stereotypes exist, questions anti racism rhetoric, and notes blacks dominate many sports while acknowledging persistent prejudice. He cites Jim Rice and Bill Cosby as high earners.
A letter from Mrs J F asks how to respond to her 16 year old son’s girlfriend's pregnancy. The response condemns abortion, urges adoption placement after birth, and calls for spiritual commitment, stressing the unborn child’s right to life and that easy exits are not always right.
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