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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1997
Page
4
Joanne Jacobs argues the push to add a multiracial box risks confusion and heightened tensions as American society grows more diverse. She notes rising mixed heritage and questions how counting by race will affect federal programs and political power, while supporting Tiger Woods as a symbol of blended heritage.
A mosaic of quotes spans topics from Aiken traffic and ceremonial returns to the Olympic bombing case and gang ordinances. Voices include Carrol Busbee, Jorge Salazar, Watson Bryant, Donna Carter, Abdel Salaam Badawi, Charles Way, Zachary Scott Pearson, Lillian Wolfe, James Hahn, Allan Parachini, and Elaine Young commenting on safety, leadership, legality, and sensationalism.
Since 1993 South Carolina has diverted about 3 million annually from auto premium surcharges to the general fund. The new plan moves these dollars into a separate enforcement account to crack down on uninsured motorists while critics note high uninsured rates persist. The piece also questions Governor Beasley security costs and urges transparency in SLED spending within the state budget. It references Hurricane Hugo's aftermath and advocates for a local animal disaster plan and shelters, led by Humane Net and Charleston officials, to protect pets during evacuations.
Readers engage in heated debate on Sheriff Ralph Gunnels and a lenient ruling for illness related crime, city rights for dog owners, and apologies for slavery and broader policy issues. The letters, from Aiken residents, voice frustration with perceived justice, taxes, and national politics.
The Aiken Standard invites readers to send letters addressed to Letters to the Editor at PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802 or via email to editorial at scescape.net for publication consideration.
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