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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 2008
Page
9
The editorial argues House Speaker Bobby Harrell's rule labeling successful roll calls as unanimous unless a nay is recorded will mislead voters about representatives' votes. It urges inclusion of real vote transparency and criticizes the measure as a taxpayer mockery, calling for genuine recording of roll calls.
The editor notes a Christmas season dilemma as abundant meals collide with limited daylight and cold weather. Readers face weight gain with little time for exercise, joking about Christmas in summer and the impracticality of gym visits during holiday indulgence.
The document lists editorial and management roles for the Aiken Standard including Scott B. Hunter Jeffrey B. Wallace and Timothy E. O Briant among others with their email handles and positions. It outlines editors news directors and production staff responsible for publication operations.
A columnist criticizes Washington Governor Christine Gregoire for allowing an atheist placard in the Capitol Christmas display. The piece denounces secular activism as disrespectful to faith and questions the political climate in Washington State and Seattle. Bill O'Reilly is noted as host and author.
The author argues that reliance on sales tax is dangerous and urges replacing the unstable system with a broad based, fair mix of taxes. They warn lawmakers, noting revenue in the real year starting in 32 days must be predictable to meet state needs.
Wade Brodie urges residents to spend 10 percent more of their monthly budget in downtown Aiken to keep shops and restaurants vital. He notes iconic visitors and longtime locals tout downtown's charm and variety while stressing real business concerns like cash flow inventory and staffing.
Readers are invited to submit letters under 200 words for editor review. Include the topic Cancer and contact details. Submissions should reach The Aiken Standard at PO Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 or via letters@aikenstandard.com or the fax number 6486052.
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