Democrats must not defeat themselves in midterm battle
Columnist urges Democrats not to self-sabotage amid rising leftward energy led by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Warns Republicans seek to dampen turnout while highlighting Ocasio-Cortez's stance on universal health care, free college, and immigration reform as central to a shifting party dynamic.
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Thought of the Day Malayan Proverb by Rhonda Overby
The Aiken Standard presents a Thought of the Day featuring a Malayan proverb about gratitude and kindness, attributed to publisher Rhonda Overby.
SCANA legal fight tightens over rate cuts and nuclear project
The SCANA saga intensifies as SCER&G sues to undo a 15 percent rate reduction while lawmakers debate prudence and regulatory power. The Post and Courier notes possible criminal implications, calls for public scrutiny, and urges focus on protecting Santee Cooper and SCANA customers amid looming long-term rate risks.
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Letter on immigration and democracy and a July sermon
Johanna Smith argues immigrants enrich the nation while warning against walls and fear. She cites Columbus and Japanese internment to show evolving democracy and urges unity under democratic ideals. Frank Ruocco praises Father Mukad for denouncing US border separation policy at St Mary and endorses the bishops’ stance.
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