Aiken Standard Staff Directory and Roles
The Aiken Standard lists key personnel including Publisher Scott B. Hunter, Executive Editor Melissa Hanna, Advertising Director Dee Taylor, Business Manager Terri Cheek, Circulation Manager Laura Tiedman, Classified Advertising Manager Letitia Jefferson, and Production Director Ronnie Butler. Founded in 1867.
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Happiness as belonging and easy days with good rest
The quote from Theodor Fontane emphasizes two keys to happiness: finding where you belong and living smoothly through daily life, aided by a restful night and avoiding discomfort from new shoes. It frames contentment as balance between place and routine.
Editorial urges Atlantic Coast oil study for future profits
The editorial argues that despite a global boom, Big Oil profits slump due to scarce conventional resources and higher extraction costs. It notes Obama’s 2017 Atlantic Coast lease ban, cites US output highs, and calls to study offshore potential as a bridge to renewables with oil profits funding cleaner energy infrastructure.
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Newsweek
Aiken column lauds science while denouncing anti nuclear fears
Brittany Williamson of Aiken, a licensed professional engineer with a master's in nuclear engineering, analyzes a SAS Citizens Advisory Board meeting. She argues Yucca Mountain is the safest site and urges informed community decision making based on science.
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Mavericks Clash Over Budget and Obamacare Debate
Parker analyzes the GOP factions led by Cruz and Paul pushing to defund Obamacare while McCain shifts toward establishment. The piece cites potential government shutdown risks, generational realignment, and the idea of bipartisan budget progress versus party obstruction. Kathleen Parker notes Obama era wins and questions party strategy.
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Letter to the Editor on corporate taxes and loopholes
A reader critiques corporate structure and tax loopholes, arguing taxes flow from customers via prices. It cites Obama and Bush policies on green credits and subsidies and calls for clearer proposals and higher road funding through tax reform.
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