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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 2019
Page
7
The Aiken Standard presents a thought of the day by Philander Chase Johnson, noting his American author status (1866 1939) and urging cheer with the line The worst is yet to come. The item lists RHONDA OVERBEY as publisher and HOLLY KEMP as news editor.
South Carolina rolls out new voting machines with paper trails for audits, first tested October 1 in Aiken County and statewide by November. The push includes worker cybersecurity training, regular system vulnerability tests, and federal-state cooperation to bolster election security amid foreign threats.
Star Parker argues Kamala Harris uses gun safety as a political weapon while aligning with Planned Parenthood. She contrasts NRA influence with Planned Parenthood funding, cites 2017 gun deaths and abortion totals, and questions leadership on life and liberty amid calls for executive action.
The piece analyzes the term fascist, citing Merriam Webster definitions and exploring how fascism might manifest in government control, economic regimentation, and social policy. It discusses anti fascist actions, political correctness as a potential tool, and the risks of overreach in labeling.
Richard Krajewski of Aiken argues fascism appears in rhetoric and policy today. He condemns Antifa as using fascist tactics and defends President Trump for constitutional actions. He warns against race as identity, expanded government programs, and restricted conservative speech.
D. Michael Taylor from Graniteville laments fee hikes at the Aiken County Government Center noting the recording fee rose from five to twenty five dollars and criticizing ongoing taxation. He alleges county workers enjoy tax reductions and accuses officials of rubber-stamping assessor opinions in property disputes.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with writer address and daytime phone for verification. Do not exceed 500 words. Anonymous or pen name letters will not be published. Include a brief headline and email to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 456, Aiken SC 29801. Publication is discretionary.
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