South Carolina urged to court nuclear plant site and storage deal
A Charleston letter suggests South Carolina seize a leap in nuclear policy by hosting interim spent fuel storage tied to SRP. The writer cites $50 million annual incentives and a possible new production reactor, while proposing expanding SRP to process spent fuel and recycle radionuclides, bolstering jobs and revenue.
Pivot of History: Gorbachev and Reagan's Era
Max Lerner argues 1987 marks a pivotal historical turn sparked by Gorbachev and Reagan. He notes shifts in world power, rising markets, and Middle East alignments, and questions how leaders will navigate post Reagan era political and foreign policy challenges.
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South Carolina Nuclear Policy Could Boost State Economy
Readers urge state leaders to back a new production reactor at Savannah River, argue for locating interim spent fuel storage there, and warn of major economic gains. They note Barnwell waste disposal poses minimal biosphere risk and would require careful post closure funding. Approximately 20 000 30 000 jobs and 10 15 billion dollars could flow into the economy.
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Ashley Cooper Sees It On Holidays And History
A humor column notes the confusion over a m and p m usage, suggests USC should rejoin the ACC, and spares satire on economics and social trends. It cites Todd Ellis and a retirement home joke while commenting on consumer ads and holiday timing at Nordstrom.
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