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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 2006
Page
15
A letter to the editor argues that secretive political meetings and record withholding threaten public access and civil liberties. It likens current moves to historic abuses, urging vigilance to preserve open government and constitutional rights.
Republicans press changes to open meeting rules while lawmakers defend private caucus discussions as in the public interest. They say caucus meetings stay private to protect strategy and avoid revealing plans to voters or local governments.
In a letter, the former wife of Rusty Rushton explains attending the Graniteville train memorial to honor their children and the late father of her sons. She asserts she acted as a mother and acknowledges public misunderstanding while denouncing claims of abandonment.
A columnist argues South Carolina must expand early childhood education to ensure minimally adequate schooling. He cites Judge Cooper and Gov. Sanford, urges investment to prevent later costs, and links education to future economic vitality, urging civic action and broader engagement.
Phil Napier of Graniteville says he stands 100 percent behind every statement in his reply to Mike Hunt’s letter and adds that ultimate judgment rests with the Lord Jesus Christ. He asks readers if they are ready.
Community seniors event returns to the H Odell Weeks Center on May 26 with the Beach Mix 2006 theme. Activities include a Womanless Beauty Contest games prizes food and music organized by Area I High Schools Aiken Prep and Area One Home Schoolers co chairs Tina Bumpus and Susan Heath invite support for the 10-year anniversary.
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