Editorial urges Gore to back nuclear power for U S energy needs
The piece argues Vice President Al Gore should embrace nuclear energy to curb global warming and ensure future electricity supply. It urges supporting converting weapon plutonium to fuel, reprocessing spent fuel, and turning Savannah River Site into a multi reactor central station while noting Clinton administration actions favor China but avoid nuclear mentions domestically.
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Viagra prescriptions soar trigger concerns over medical practice
The surge in Viagra prescriptions after its early 2000s market entry raises questions about physician professionalism and who qualifies for treatment. Insurers limit coverage, with some denying it or restricting to prior organic impotence, while calls grow to reserve taxpayer funds for true medical need and urge self-payment for nonessential use.
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Supreme Court expands employer liability for workplace harassment
The court ruled that an employer can be held liable for a supervisor’s sexually harassing acts even if the employer knew nothing and the victim did not report. The decisions urge more suits, stressing that a company must show it took reasonable steps to prevent and correct harassment, or risk liability for actions by supervisors.
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Clinton labeled Great Schmoozer after first China days
Washington notes Clinton earns tag The Great Schmoozer for his early China trip. He pressed human rights in Tiananmen discussions, softened by diplomatic language, while live TV aired the news conference with Jiang Zemin, boosting his image despite critics at home.
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Letters on Mormon Manual Stirring Reader Response
A letter writer from Aiken defends the new Mormon church manual as a practical yearly study guiding gospel living. The author argues the text covers selected topics, respects prophetic authority, and should not be deemed controversial or hidden.
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Aiken Letters to Editor Criticize Congressman Graham
A reader attacks Congressman Graham for ignoring constituents and questions at a town meeting. The letter supports replacing him with concerns about Social Security Medicare and a national sales tax, and urges readers to submit brief signed Letters to the Editor to Aiken Standard.
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