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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 2009
Page
15
Editorial calls out Gov. Mark Sanford over his Argentine liaison and missing status. It warns that some reporters offered favorable coverage in exchange for interviews, undermining journalistic duty to provide impartial, factual information and eroding public trust in South Carolina.
A letter supporter argues blue laws protect faith and family values and warn that allowing Sunday off would erode religious observance. The writer contends Sundays are foundational to law and economy, noting little tax gain but potential impact on souls and hiring practices.
Scott B. Hunter announces Arthur T. Zappa as Advertising Director at the Aiken Standard, with Zappa overseeing advertising sales and client relations under Publisher Scott B. Hunter.
The column links Nancy Drew to Sonia Sotomayor's confirmation hearing and reflects on female role models. It traces how Nancy Drew shaped self image for Oprahs and Clintons and notes Sotomayor’s insight from a minority upbringing. The writer argues intellect and heart define judicial fairness.
A veteran credits Rep. Tom Young and Congressman Gresham Barrett for renewing Plavix indefinitely after a VA denial. The writer says their intervention proves longstanding service from two American servants, noting elections loom but praising the officials rather than tying action to politics.
Readers post remarks on stories from the Aiken Standard website. The notes invite users to log on at the publication’s site for more discussion.
A vision of a billboard free region unfolds across city county and state as communities seek to remove visual clutter and establish aesthetic and safety standards. The author expresses zero tolerance for large roadside ads and endorses strict controls.
A Williston family thanks the Bruners and the Aiken Standard for support. The three children and a nephew, members of the Church of God, participate in Christmas carol singing in town and express gratitude for the community.
The Jackson Sun discusses a double standard in leadership, citing South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford’s affair and contrasting it with Bill Clinton’s. It argues public trust hinges on personal conduct across politics, religion, and business, warning of damaged faith in leaders and democracy.
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