Have We Learned From Iran
The piece reflects on the fallen shah of Iran Mohammed Reza Pahlavi as a complex ally and reformer. It argues the shah's modernization contrasted with Iran’s current regime under Khomeini and warns the United States might face similar choices with Saudi Arabia over oil and influence.
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Mohammed Reza Pahlavi
Iran
Shah
Persian Gulf
Egypt
Cairo
West
United States
Anwar Sadat
Tehran
Carter
Saudi Arabia
How to Invite Christ Into Your Life
A reader asks how to become a Christian and help her husband. Explain sin, Christ’s atonement, and simple faith inviting Jesus in. Encourage daily Bible reading and prayer, and guiding the husband toward faith as growth continues.
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DR. Graham
M.R
God
Christ
Jesus Christ
Jesus
Fragging as a political tactic roils Democratic convention debate
The piece likens the term fragging to political maneuvering within the Democratic Party. It cites John White’s criticism of an open convention and accuses Kennedy supporters and Carter opponents of using high stakes tactics to influence the nomination. It notes Billygate and alleged White House entanglement while describing fragging as a flag of backstabbing in combat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John White
Ted Kennedy
Kennedy
Carter
1980 Publication Staff Roster List
A roster listing editors and staff roles for a 1980 issue. Samuel A. Cothran is publisher, Scott H. Hunter managing editor, A. B. Cubridge advertising director. The line reflects typical newspaper masthead details for August 7 1980.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott 8. Hunter
Aiken Standard Letters Policy Explained
The Aiken Standard invites letters to the editor signed with the writer’s handwriting and mailing address. Anonymous submissions are rejected. Letters should be legible and may be edited for space and taste. The usual limit is 200 words, subject to editors’ discretion.
Carter era wit leads readers through Libyan gate
The column combs through Jimmy Carter’s presidency era and Billy Carter's Libyan payments. It questions statements by Carter and Attorney General Civiletti about their knowledge and meetings. It notes perceived lies and a supposed conspiracy plus a sharp cartoon credit to Laura Peck.
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Billy Carter
Justice Department
Benjamin R. Civiletti
Billy
Civiletti
Jimmy
White House
Jody Powell
Jimmy Carter
Civileten
Giganid
Civiett
Bell the Cat
United States
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Sue S. Brown
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James Dent
Charleston
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Albert S. Thomas Jr
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