Editorial Calls for IRA Disarmament To Preserve Northern Ireland
An editorial argues the IRA must begin decommissioning its vast arsenal to protect the power sharing government in Northern Ireland. It condemns IRA claims of “guns silent” as dangerous, cites security estimates of thousands of weapons and explosives, and warns failure could force renewed British rule. Gerry Adams is urged to press for disarmament or face accountability to Catholic and Protestant communities.
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David Trimble
Gerry Adams
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Trimble
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South Carolina education lottery eyed by Hodges
The education lottery agenda advances as Gov. Hodges pitches funding for scholarships and public school improvements. A Post and Courier-News Channel 2 poll shows 62 percent support, but critics warn of gambling risks and government urging citizens to spend on lottery tickets instead of essentials.
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Jim Hodges
South Carolina
Hodges
Post and Courier-News Channel 2
South Carolina education lottery plan outlined
A gubernatorial outline argues a state education lottery will fund scholarships and improve per pupil technology with $90 million in year one and $150 million later. It cites Georgia data on demographics, funding, and HOPE scholarships to support broad benefits and no tax increases.
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South Carolina
Georgia
Board of Economic Advisors
Hodges backs education lottery to fund South Carolina schools
Governor Hodges argues a state education lottery will support tuition and technology projects, boost educational opportunities, create higher paying jobs, and spur economic growth. He urges voters to approve the measure in November, framing it as a direct benefit to all South Carolinians and their communities.
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South Carolina
Weeklong flu ordeal and reluctant vaccine endorsement
A worker recounts a week spent battling influenza and avoiding daytime TV while recovering. He notes the pale, haunted look of colleagues, despite flu shot protection, and recalls missing planned duties and meetings. He declines excess activity, thanks helpers, and reinforces his flu shot recommendation to readers.
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Walker Evans
Letters on flags race and politics in South Carolina
A Beech Island reader urges ending the Confederate flag controversy while debating heritage and equality. The letter also critiques a General Assembly political mailer favoring John McCain, arguing it misleads voters and supports George Bush instead.
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Beech Island
The Aiken Standard welcomes Letters to the Editor
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