Surplus Debate: How to Use a Growing Federal Windfall
The economy may yield a 30 to 40 billion dollar surplus this year while a 5.2 trillion dollar deficit looms. Politicians push tax cuts and spending, but prudent use should target deficit reduction and Medicare Social Security stability, with view toward long term goals. Rep. Boehner proposes a Taxpayer Dividend Act directing surplus to tax relief or debt repayment. The Enquirer urges responsible use and growth-driven revenue to maximize benefits.
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Clinton Era Social Security Reform Debate Draws Fire
A column argues for a phased Social Security reform tied to a 1999 target, urging a State of the Union address to calm retirees and shift debate to Baby Boomers. It compares U S and British pension systems, noting privatization options and OECD data on debt payoff and long term sustainability.
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Think the unthinkable on privatized Social Security reform
Tony Blair has urged welfare and pension policy experts to consider privatization that could allow Britons to receive up to two thirds of final income in retirement. The piece argues President Clinton should make Social Security reform a top priority and bets on its historical significance. Robert Mofft of The Heritage Foundation is cited.
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Weather musings on seasons and golfing memory
A columnist muses on a warm spell easing winter in Aiken South Carolina. He jokes about Kyoto weather talk and El Nino, recalls a family golf swing and a five year old praising a long putt, and ends inviting readers to contact him at the Aiken Standard.
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Letter condemns road dam risk and court secrecy in Aiken County
A resident on Henry Smith Road in Aiken County warns of a collapsing pond dam on a county dirt road. After public works inspection two barriers were placed, but no fixes followed. She warns of bus‑carrying children at risk and questions tax funds for road maintenance. The letter also criticizes a courthouse case sealed from public ears, calling it an injustice and a possible sewer gate cover-up.
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Henry Smith
Aiken County
Aiken County Public Works
Aiken Standard Welcomes Letters to the Editor
The Aiken Standard invites brief Letters to the Editor with the writer’s signature, mailing address, and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. All letters may be edited and condensed. Address letters to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802 or email editorial scescape.net.
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