Editorial Vote Yes for GVW incorporation
The Graniteville Vaucluse Warrenville area faces a pivotal August 26 vote on incorporation to form a new city. Proponents argue self rule, local taxation, zoning and ordinances, while opponents fear added government layers and loss of lifestyle. The measure promises local control and identity.
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Letter to the Editor on Economy Gas Prices and Iraq
A reader argues the economy is driven by free markets not federal action. They compare McCain and Obama on taxes, energy policy, and gas prices, criticizing ethanol, drilling plans, and wind energy. They accuse Obama of flip flopping on Iraq and NATO allies while praising McCain’s stance and calling Obama’s proposals risky.
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Iraq urged to fund its reconstruction with budget surplus
A GAO report says Iraq could end the year with a 79 billion dollar cumulative budget surplus from oil revenues. Shiite lawmaker Hassan al Sineid notes 12 billion spent on reconstruction in 2007, blaming inexperience in the bureaucracy for slow funds flow.
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Lugo sworn in to end Paraguay’s one party rule
Former bishop Fernando Lugo takes office as Paraguay president promising to end 61 years of authoritarian rule. He pledges to restore rights and curb drug trafficking and corruption while vowing not to steal or seek wealth. Dr Alan Doerhoff on Death Row guards says he has presided over about 40 executions.
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Opinion Letters Invited by Aiken Standard
Readers are urged to submit opinions on local issues under 200 words. Submissions may be edited for clarity and length. Mail to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, Box 456, Aiken SC 29802 or email and fax as directed.
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Vlad the Assailer and the shadow of Vlad Tepes in modern politics
The column compares Vladimir Putin to Vlad the Impaler noting brutal history and Moscow's push to flex power in Georgia. It argues Russia aims to dominate nearby states, weaken the United States, and tests diplomacy with Europe over gas and oil, predicting a US Russia confrontation. Bill O'Reilly is referenced as host and author.
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