Editorial: Barbaro a true racing champion
Barbaro inspired hope and courage after a Derby win and a hoped for Triple Crown. His injury at the Preakness ended his career and led to euthanasia eight months later despite immense care by owners Roy and Gretchen Jackson and veterinarians. He earned $2.3 million across six wins in seven starts and will be remembered for perseverance over misfortune.
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South Carolina eyes tougher DUI laws and treatment
A letters page outlines a rising DUI problem in South Carolina with calls for harsher penalties and more treatment. Gov Sanford supports a coalition of lawmakers and Mothers Against Drunk Driving as officials push for policy changes to curb drunken driving through court action and potential treatment programs.
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Aiken Standard Staff Listings Include Key Editorial Roles
The Aiken Standard lists its leadership with Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa Business Manager Ellen C. Priest News Director Timothy E. O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Systems Manager J David Boyd Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson.
Third District Congress Criticizes Barrett on 110th Congress Votes
The writer as Aiken County Democratic Party chair critiques Representative Gresham Barrett for opposing key Democratic bills in the 110th Congress. He cites H R 1 on 9/11 commission reforms H R 2 on minimum wage H R 3 stem cell research H R 4 drug price relief and H R 5 student loan relief plus an energy bill, noting Barrett voted No on several. The piece highlights concerns about anti family votes and calls for accountability.
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Clinton Comments on War Policy Shakeup During Iowa Swing
Hillary Rodham Clinton criticizes President Bush and his Iraq war stance during a campaign stop in Iowa. She calls the plan irresponsibility and says it should be left to Bush's successor.
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Aiken restaurant proprietor urges state smoking law
In a letter from downtown Aiken, a restaurant owner recalls early non smoking policy while noting bars with separate air systems. He argues a state level smoking ban avoids county by county confusion and invites others to attend County Council on February 6 and write to County Administrator Clay Killian.
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War funding and Iraq critique mirror space age optimism
Robert A Johnson argues for swift Senate approval of extra Iraq funding, warns against opposing lawmakers, and likens the effort to the Apollo program. He advocates extreme measures including using pork as a weapon against insurgents, a provocative stance amid war debates.
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