Schofield Middle School Renovation Revives Aiken Landmark
The historic Schofield Middle School in Aiken has undergone a two year renovation adding a new wing and demolishing two older structures to face Kershaw Street. The bell tower remains a symbol of its legacy begun by Martha Schofield, a Quaker who opened the first school for Black children in the 1860s.
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Medicare Drug Benefit Debate and Republican Critique
The piece argues Medicare must expand to cover prescription drugs and critiques the Bush administration plan as a misfire. It contends the proposal privatizes Medicare, favors HMOs, creates gaps for seniors, and fails to curb rising drug costs.
Medicare approves first voluntary prescription drug benefit for seniors
Congress passes sweeping Medicare reform bringing drug coverage to seniors with a $35 monthly premium and a $250 deductible. The plan adds 25 percent cost sharing from $250 to $2,250 and 100 percent from $2,250 to $3,600 with co-pays of $2 for generics and $5 for brand names. A discount card provides immediate relief in 2004. Low income beneficiaries pay no premiums or deductibles. Health Savings Accounts are created to tax free save for medical costs.
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GOP overreach sparks critique of Congress and party drift
The piece denounces the current Congress as bloated and partisan, accusing Republicans of expanding entitlements and pork while tax cuts and budget increases push government size. It argues that the GOP has become indistinguishable from Democrats, calling for limits on spending and a return to smaller government.
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