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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1998
Page
4
A compilation of quoted remarks spans threats to judges, political figures, and public figures. Topics include criminal cases, Gulf War policy, presidential relations, and social debates. The selections feature remarks from US attorneys governors and other officials reflecting on accountability morals and legality.
Barbara Ransby argues that black history challenges white centering and broadens understanding of slavery, family, culture, and national development. She traces studies from the 1960s 70s onward, highlighting black studies, slave quarters voices, the Underground Railroad, and the impact on race and democracy.
South Carolina lawmakers clash with Gov Beasley over a Public Safety director fight that sidelines DMV needs. Beasley proposes 3.5 million to hire 15 new DMV staff and convert 110 temporaries, plus funds to modernize the antiquated computer system amid public service complaints. The dispute colors views of state government while DUI and death penalty debates unfold in Charleston and Anderson papers.
Roscoe Hightower of Aiken questions the timing and authority behind Gloria Staples removal from the Aiken Electric Cooperative Board. He argues the board should have board member signatories or president permission, disputes by law changes citing NRECA guidelines, and defends former employees from accusations of disloyalty while supporting enforcement of by laws and membership vote.
The Aiken Standard invites brief Letters to the Editor with signature, mailing address and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. All letters may be edited or condensed. Send to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802 or email editorialascapescape.net.
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