Celebrating America’s Birthday on Independence Day
Editorial urges Americans to remember the 1776 signing of the Declaration of Independence and the sacrifices of the Founding Fathers. It cautions against complacency, notes the ongoing need for diligence to preserve liberty, and wishes a Happy Fourth of July.
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Local newspaper staff credits for Aiken Standard
The Aiken Standard lists staff roles including Publisher Scott B Hunter Editor Jeffrey B Wallace Advertising Dr Arthur T Zappa Editor Ebien C Priest Managing Editor Timothy E O Briant Phillip Yates Circulation Di Newcom Newcom J David Boyd Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson.
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Chirac Dismissed as Anti American by Brooklynism
A column denounces French President Jacques Chirac for opposing US led actions in Iraq and Afghanistan. The piece accuses him of blocking NATO support, vetoing Turkey alignment, lying to Powell, and pursuing anti American policies to boost his 35 percent approval rating. It calls for a French goods boycott and mocks his stance with Brooklyn style sarcasm.
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Debunking Michael Moore's Fahrenheit 911 Claims
Readers dispute the film's factual basis citing misrepresentations about the Bush order on the bin Laden family, the Patriot Act, Taliban meetings, Unocal involvement, Saddam and al Qaeda ties, and 9/11 Commission findings. The piece argues the movie blends news and entertainment and repeats falsehoods.
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Supreme Court rules detainees deserve due process in war on terror
The court's 6-3 decision limits presidential power over enemy combatants. It affirms that even amid war, detainees such as Hamdi must have access to courts and legal rights. The ruling challenges indefinite detention at Guantanamo and reflects on U.S. moral standing and Bush administration policy.
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Local Bi Lo staff praised for outstanding service
Aiken resident Anu Acbarekar commends Bi Lo Southside manager Hubert Williamson for exceptional customer service and bakery employee Al Odom for kindness. The writer credits their help with a daughter's graduation party success and expresses gratitude.
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Readers are advised to send letters to the Editor at Aiken Standard P O Box 456 Aiken South Carolina 29802 Email swallace aikenstandard com or fax 803 648 6052 for correspondence and submissions.
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