Editorial: Pottermania fuels love of reading, not evil
The editorial argues that Harry Potter books enchant millions of young readers without corrupting them. It compares public backlash to criticizing Luke Skywalker’s use of the force and praises J K Rowling for drawing children to literature. It urges parents to encourage reading and resist censorship in a media-saturated world.
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Americans need multiple energy strategies for future supply
The Reporter Herald argues that a new energy crisis mirrors the 1970s. It urges reducing oil use through efficient transport and production, investing in wind and solar, advancing hydrogen tech, and pursuing responsible oil and gas development to ease transition shocks.
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Attorney General Henry McMaster on Internet Predator Task Force
South Carolina Attorney General Henry McMaster outlines the goals and scope of the Internet Predator Task Force. He explains how the unit will pursue online predators, collaborate with law enforcement, and protect children through new policies and public education efforts.
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Statewide effort seeks undercover online investigators
Officials urge expanding the program with trained personnel to monitor chat rooms and lure predators, aiming to recruit in real time and protect children. The plan includes involvement from office staff and SLED to broaden state capacity for online sting operations.
Editorial Debate On Iraq Al Qaida Ties And War Rationale
The letter argues that al Qaida operated in Iraq before the 2003 invasion, citing the 9/11 Commission and Senate Intelligence Committee findings of meetings between Iraqi officials and AQ, shared training and cooperation, and a 747 Salmon Pak connection. It contends Democrats supported war to confront these links, challenging opposing views.
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Views on war resolution stir letters to editor
Readers urged to submit letters to the editor with signatures and contact details. A war resolution is quoted accusing Iraq of harboring al Qaida and threatening U S citizens and events after September 11 2001.
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Luther Vandros Helps DARE Campers At Columbia Concert
A DARE program graduate recalls Luther Vandros inviting campers to Columbia for a concert at the Carolina Coliseum. Vandros met each child, spoke against drugs and alcohol, and dedicated a song. He later died this week after a stroke, remembered for his support of Aiken’s DARE efforts.
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O'Connor's ascent shaped by women's movements and ERA push
The column credits Sandra Day O'Connor as the first female Supreme Court justice and links her appointment to the broader women's movement and the ERA battle. It notes her Stanford Law School success, the rise of women in law, Reagan's 1980 stance, and the lasting impact of public opinion on legal change.
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Clinton mocks Bush with Alfred E Neuman reference
Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton attacks President Bush describing his attitude as resembling Alfred E Neuman from Mad Magazine. She cites the catchphrase What me worry to illustrate perceived fear and indifference toward tough issues in Washington.
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