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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 2018
Page
9
The Aiken Standard notes its founding in 1867 and marks the birthday of Victor Hugo 1802, with publisher Michael Harris and editor Holly Kem listed in a thematic tribute quoting Hugo about resisting invasions.
Santee Cooper considers selling unused AP1000 components from the VC Summer project to Georgia Power’s Southern Co to recover losses. A deal could lower costs to complete Vogtle style reactors while preserving the site and assets through July. Negotiations hinge on a near term agreement as market demand remains limited and revival unlikely.
Eugene Robinson argues Republicans ignore gun reform despite Parkland and Las Vegas. He says only voter pressure can force action, condemning NRA influence and urging the public to oust lawmakers who block stricter background checks and bans on military style weapons. He notes Trump’s mixed signals but asserts current leadership won’t act without consequences.
A heated letter and opinion piece dispute Trump campaign links to Russia. The text weaves unverified allegations about Democrats, Fusion GPS, and FBI contacts, referencing media outlets and figures such as Simpson, Kislyak, Flynn, Kushner, and Manafort. It blends scandal talk with a poem on tragedy and Valentine’s Day violence.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with writer address and daytime phone for publication, limited to 100 words, subject to editing for length and taste. Pen names are banned, anonymous letters won’t be published, include a brief headline, and avoid organized campaign contributions. email to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor PO Box 458 Aiken SC 29801.
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