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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 2010

Page

7

Repeal of Don't Ask Don t Tell Sparks Military Concerns

A veteran Marine and former officer argues the repeal will disrupt the armed forces. He contends heterosexual troops resist same sex attraction, predicts assaults, injuries, and PTSD will rise, straining VA care. He warns showers, bathrooms, and close living quarters will exacerbate tensions.

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Local camera center shines with expert service and value

Muriel Carter of Aiken praises Chris' Camera Center for personal service and expert guidance that make buying a digital camera easy. She lauds locally owned shops Magnesia Natural Market M. Smart Framing Palmetto Package and others for contributing to a vibrant community economy and urges holiday shoppers to support local businesses.

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State agency reform yields cash savings and accountability

Cindi Ross Scoppe notes the Department of Employment and Workforce cut losses after lawmakers restructured the agency seven months ago. Director John Finan says the agency repays federal loans, reduces staff, and uses online claims to curb calls while pursuing benefit eligibility reforms and fraud prosecutions. The column argues structural oversight and legislative attention are key to durable reform beyond this success.

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Thank you for city workers cleaning Colony Park in Aiken

A resident thanks the Public Works Department of Aiken for cleaning a long standing litter problem on Colony Park Way near the Weeks Center. The writer commends Wes, Philip Noah, and Tim Coakley for coordinating and executing the cleanup, expressing gratitude and hopes for recognition.

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Medical system a huge rip off and Part D cost burden

Reader Edwin H. Bowers critiques Part D and Obama care provisions as unconstitutional and unfair arguing high costs, lack of negotiation, and insurer rate hikes. He cites Rx price gaps with Canada, generics access, and calls for public outrage and political action.

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