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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1992
Page
4
Our view laments American winter team uniforms sourced from foreign makers in Albertville France. It cites Sen Strom Thurmond letter to USOC president William Hybl criticizing the choice. The piece argues for domestic textile support amid economic strain and questions flag origins.
A Blue Ribbon Panel urged three new schools in Area I to ease crowding, plus a proposed high school near the University and a refreshed junior high system. Critics questioned feasibility and fiscal impact, urging alternatives using existing buildings and taxpayer savings while reconsidering troop deployments in Europe.
The letter urges readers to write signed submissions to The Editor at The Aiken Standard and discusses national policy criticizing U S troop deployment and defense spending. It also urges New Ellenton voters to elect three new council members on March 31, citing tax increases and alleged mismanagement by current officials and mayor, urging civic renewal regardless of party.
A dressed up critique lists ten reasons the Bush health care plan is confusing and costly, and ten reasons why opponents will block it. It argues too many regulations, higher costs, insufficient coverage, and political maneuvering. The piece also offers ten pro points for supporters and highlights a partisan stalemate in Congress.
Editorial on NEA grants to Franklin Furnace and Highways, noting 40,000 dollar grant to Furnace for 1991-92, 25,000 requested, and 5,000 denial for Highways. Criticizes peer and advisory councils plus chair Frohnmayer for funding controversial pieces and discusses constitutional questions and calls to abolish such grants. Mentions Scarlet O. and provocative videotape and Mapplethorpe era art.
A tribute recounts Alex Haley dying in Seattle after a long career shaping American history through Roots and The Autobiography of Malcolm X. The speaker recalls missed chances to express gratitude for Haley’s impact and urges honoring colleagues while they are alive.
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