Think About It: American Superiority Questioned
An editorial fragment notes the tension between intellectual equality and emotional belief that America is superior to all others. The piece presents a critical reflection on national self-perception and global standing.
Aiken Considers Tax Plan to Spur Growth and Rebuild Schools
The piece argues for raising the property tax rate in Aiken County and approving a penny sales tax plan from the School District. It notes the need to use new revenue wisely to rebuild Aiken High and North Augusta High while improving facilities elsewhere, to attract families and business and counter decades of zero growth.
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Aiken
Aiken County
Aiken High School
North Augusta High School
Columbia County
Georgia
Lexington County
South Carolina
North Augusta
Michael Ulmer
Roots of Liberty reviewed as defense of Founders’
Cal Thomas reviews The Roots of Liberty Unlocking the Federalist Papers edited by Scott D. Cosenza and Claire M. Griffin arguing that progressives seek a living constitution and that the book recalls the founders intent to restrain government power. He praises updated language for modern readers and cites Madison on separation of powers and enumerated powers to argue for limited government.
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Scott D. Cosenza
Claire M. Griffin
America
Tim Donner
Barack Obama
Madison
Obama
Supreme Court
United States
U.S
Columbia County lures higher paying jobs with new schools
In a letter, David Penix of Aiken argues Columbia County built schools near Harlem and Grovetown to attract high salary positions at sites like Eastern Listening Post and Cyber Command. He notes Evans proximity to medical and veterans facilities, but says Aiken County has greater growth potential to attract quality workers.
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Columbia County
Harlem
Grovetown
Fort Gordon Gate
Eastern Listening Post
Cyber Command
Evans
Georgia
Medical College
University Hospital
Veterans Affairs Hospital
Aiken County
Aiken
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Cal Thomas
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