Closing the gap in American economic inequality as viewed by Akron editor
An Akron Beacon Journal editorial argues the 1990s widened U S income gaps despite a strong market. It calls for rising the minimum wage, expanded transportation and child care, better city schools, and fair tax treatment to ease burden on labor while preserving growth and mobility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Derek Jeter
New York Yankees
Federal Reserve Board
Wall Street
Akron
Ohio
Beacon Journal
Snowfall Highlights Rare Winter Treat in Our Area
Monday's snowfall gave a glimpse of what the North sees annually. We live in a place where we can enjoy the snow briefly without enduring its harsher effects. Much of Monday's snow vanished within 24 hours. Gratitude is extended to electrical utility workers public safety officers and Department of Transportation staff for easing the disruption and keeping life moving during the cold spell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Transportation
Bradley bids farewell to Iowa in 2000 race
Washington columnist Sandy Grady reports Bill Bradley exiting Iowa after a costly campaign effort. Gore’s surge, New Hampshire polling, and Bradley’s health questions overshadowed his maverick image. Bush and McCain lead Republican dynamics as Alan Keyes shocks in a white, rural state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Iowa
America
Ronald Reagan
George Bush
Bill Clinton
Bill Bradley
New Hamshire
Bradley
al Gore
George W. Bush
New Jersey
Gore
Flack Anita Dunn
Dele
California
New Hampshire
Senate
Clinton
Texas
Ann Richards
Pat Moynihan
George W
Reagan
Dubya
Bush
McCain
Alan Xeyes
Steve Forbes
Gary Bauer
Keyes
Norman Rockwell
Deadman
Letter defending U N conspiracy claims and constitutional republic
Andy Windham Wagener argues that U N conspiracies threaten America, citing sources on global tyranny. He asserts the public is manipulated by liberal media and urges readers to uphold a republic over a democracy and light a candle rather than curse darkness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Stalin
U.N
William F. Jasper
William Norman Grigg
Andy Windham
Wagener
NAACP boycott query on local charities and faith groups
Question asks whether NAACP boycott extends to local charities such as The Salvation Army Toys for Tots United Way Golden Harvest Food Bank ACTS Helping Hands DSS and Food Stamp Program and others. Also notes Confederate flag controversy at Columbia Capitol and seeks clarity on scope of boycott implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capitol
Columbia
NAACP
The
Salvation Army
Toys For Tots
Secret Santa
Golden Harvest Food Bank
ACTS
Helping Hands
DSS
Food Stamp Program
United Way
Letters to the Editor Address Details
Please note the correct mailing address for letters to the editor at the Aiken Standard. Send to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802. Include a valid return email or contact number for verification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiken Standard
Aiken
S.C
Editorial
Duesouth.net
Jury duty as honor and obligation in a crowded democracy
Joanne Jacobs argues that jury duty reflects citizenship not mere duty and urges participation despite discomfort. She notes low youth turnout, contrasts civic acts with voting, and recalls personal experience of being excused via peremptory challenge while stressing the need for collective decision making across diverse backgrounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Jose Mercury News
Allison
America
Also Mentioned on This Page
Aikentandard
Scott B. Hunter
Angela R. Nalley
David Boyd
Ree
Sandy Grady
Philadelphia Daily News
Grady
Joanne Jacobs
Knight Ridder Service
Volun
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!