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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1979
Page
4
The article argues that the belief the United States has surplus nuclear power is dangerous. It notes limits of deterrence under a Soviet surprise attack and cites projected losses, urging official debunking to strengthen American nuclear deterrence and public debate.
A couple known as the Rideouts reconcile after a jury found the man not guilty of rape. The case, publicity sparking feminist criticism, is noted for urging written consent in future encounters.
Nationalists explore atomic options if Taiwan cannot tilt toward the Soviet bloc for protection against China. They reportedly possess plutonium stockpiles and a 40 megawatt reactor, with plans to expand power capacity and develop delivery systems, while relying on foreign uranium sources.
The article notes Taiwan's 1975 reprocessing facility and 1977 halt at Washington's demand, Chiang Ching-kuo's admission of capability yet pledge not to build weapons, and the idea that deterrence might lie in conventional power. It compares China's larger arsenal and missiles to Taiwan's budget, army, and potential nuclear option, underlining the final irony if ROC does not exist and NPT validity lapses.
A column mixes political critique on city finances and governance with social quips and editorials. It cites Cleveland’s recall attempts, finance woes, and officials' arrests, then shifts to ultraconservatives, Taiwan allies, and Iran student protests. It ends with immigration and deportation frustrations and foreign policy reflections.
JOHN PINKERMAN argues that the Carter administration risks appeasing China and abandoning Taiwan, while predicting a possible upcoming move toward recognizing Arafat and the PLO. He cites U.S. foreign policy shifts under Young and calls for consistency with allies and freedom movements.
A reader asks if a perfect Bible contradicts itself by loving enemies while the Old Testament commands killing enemies. The response explains God as both loving and just, noting His desire for salvation and the necessity of judging sin. It cites 2 Peter 3:9 and emphasizes that historical battles occurred under divine command.
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