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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1978
Page
4
Paul Harvey argues the United States should curb intervention abroad citing India Bolivia Guatemala and other Latin American nations. He warns US democracy risks becoming anarchy if it imposes freedom and equality without self discipline and urges focusing on internal reforms.
Billy Graham states opposition to abortion except in rape incest or when the mother's life is at risk. He argues it is a serious sin in modern times, cites scripture to claim personhood of the fetus and stresses motives behind abortion while urging repentance and Christ as Savior.
Washington debates conflict of interest as lawyers move between government and private sector. The piece notes revolving door concerns, the pivotal role of lawyers on Capitol Hill, and DC Bar proposals to curb moves between public service and petroleum and oil industries.
A reflective essay recalls January 1968 in Prague when mass support for Dubcek rose amid cold and snow. It contrasts that fleeting liberty with the 1969 Soviet invasion, notes Husak’s later rule, and honors dissidents and Charter 77.
The August 16 House vote to extend the ERA ratification deadline by 39 months raises fairness and legal questions. It would push decision making toward courts, let states reverse ratification, and place the process in limbo while public opinion may be shifting. The piece urges Senate rejection or correction with rescinding language.
The Israeli cabinet overruled the plan to establish five settlements in the Jordan Valley, aligning with peace aims for the Camp David summit. Defense ministers admitted embarrassment as the issue surfaced. U.S. view is to oppose permanent occupation while World Zionist Organization activities imply permanence.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with a readable mailing address for publication. Anonymous letters are rejected and all submissions may be edited for space and libel. Letters should be legible and under 200 words unless editors permit exceptions.
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