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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 2017
Page
11
The Aiken Standard notes its founding year 1867 and lists publisher Rhonda Overbey executive editor Michael Smith and news editor Holly Kemp. It includes a Thought of the Day attributed to John Quincy Adams.
The editorial argues two years after the flag’s removal from the South Carolina Statehouse grounds the Confederate battle flag should be displayed in the Confederate Relic Room. It questions museum space and funding excuses and urges lawmakers to finalize the compromise and move on with healing.
Sheryl Phillips and Karen Vijuk urge separate Renaissance plans, noting a new downtown garage could add 78 spaces per level, support three to four levels, and offer free resident parking while charging visitors. They cite past failed efforts and highlight benefits to local businesses and events.
Columnist argues Trump manipulates both loyalists and critics, producing public humiliation for supporters like Spicer Conway Sanders and foes who defame him. He notes alleged resistance, impeachment talk, and comparisons to Hitler, calling out liberal hostility and Trump’s relentless political power.
The Aiken Standard outlines submission rules for letters to the editor. Signatures and full address with a daytime phone are required for publication. Limit under 500 words, include a brief headline, and expect possible editing for length and taste.
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