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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 2017
Page
13
The Aiken Standard traces its 1867 founding and lists current leadership: RHONDA OVERBEY as Publisher, MICHAEL SMITH as Executive Editor, HOLLY KEMP as News Editor. The Thought of the Day quotes Alexis de Tocqueville on America's virtue and greatness.
The piece reflects on the transition as Donald Trump takes the oath as the 45th President, notes historical election contortions, calls for respect for the office, and urges appreciation of the pageantry of inauguration while acknowledging public division and the electoral process.
Guest editorial argues for targeted funding of the Office of Environmental Management to accelerate cleanup of nuclear era contamination. It highlights EM's mission, workforce, and the economic benefits of a $6 billion annual budget, noting site reductions, cost savings, and regional job growth tied to DOE contracts. Dr. Todd Wright of AECOM endorses the view.
Guest columnist Jane Page Thompson urges unity as Americans gather for Donald Trump’s inauguration. She condemns hypocrisy and bias, calls for putting America first, and emphasizes diverse, peaceful transfer of power, respect for differing opinions, and national unity.
In a letter to the editor JAN WAUGH thanks Aiken Regional Medical Centers for rapid ER response to her husband’s heart issue. She notes 13 professionals cared for him, the Cath Lab prepared within minutes, and two days of attentive on the fifth floor followed by thorough follow ups. ARMC is thanked for compassionate service.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with writer addresses and daytime numbers for publication verification. Do not exceed 500 words and avoid pen names or anonymous submissions. Include a brief headline and email to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor P.O. Box 456 Aiken SC 29801. Publication is discretionary.
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