Stop or Go Aiken police pursuit tragedy raises questions
Aiken Department of Public Safety tried to stop a motorist on Whiskey Road but the chase continued through multiple roads ending in a fatal crash at Silver Bluff Road. Readers weigh in on officer decision making and road safety responsibilities.
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Against Drinking Age Elimination A Provocative Letter
A reader argues for removing the drinking age, suggesting children could responsibly drink and be taught by parents. The letter links early alcohol access to fewer DUIs and better outcomes, proposing broader access to weapons and other items, blaming parents if issues arise.
Obama Biden ticket faces credibility and insider tensions
The piece questions Barack Obama and Joe Biden on insider status and foreign policy credibility. It contrasts Biden's long Senate record with Obama's promises, cites past Biden votes on Iraq and Afghanistan, and notes Republican reuse of Biden quotes and Clinton ad imagery.
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Weathers Aims Groundbreaking For Lexington Farmers Market
Agriculture Commissioner Hugh Weathers says he is ready to push dirt on a new state farmers market in Lexington County. He cites plans to break ground as a key step for local agriculture and economic development.
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Readers invited to send letters to the editor
Readers are urged to send opinions on local issues. Letters should be under 200 words and may be edited. Submit to Letters to the Editor, 456 Aiken SC 29802 or via email and fax as provided by the paper.
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Personal responsibility over spirituality in business education
The writer agrees with Dr Niren Vija on critiquing business schools and the MBA as flawed. He argues ethics can be taught without religion, promoting personal responsibility as the core for better judgment, leadership, and outcomes, and suggests spirituality belong in elective settings only.
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Obama loyalists queried by an independent voter
A reader from Warrenville criticizes Barack Obama as unqualified and pitches conspiracy theories about race and taxation. He accuses Pelosi and Democrats of inaction, mocks on the job training notion, and questions political plans for easing gas costs and wealth redistribution.
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