Editorial Board Thinks About the Future
The Aiken Standard presents an editorial reflecting on progress and the stance of its publishing team. The piece emphasizes how alignment with evolving times shapes editorial direction and community insight.
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 2014
Page
13
The Aiken Standard presents an editorial reflecting on progress and the stance of its publishing team. The piece emphasizes how alignment with evolving times shapes editorial direction and community insight.
City Council weighs a comprehensive plan to rearrange the Municipal and Finance Buildings and the Public Safety office plus a vacant 8,000 square foot site near Newberry Street. Proposals include moving staff, relocating tenants, and leasing space for retail or a restaurant. A public feedback phase and Capital Project Sales Tax funds underpin the discussion.
Michael Ulmer notes Geraldine Ferraro's 1984 nomination as first major party female VP candidate sparked a wave of female political participation. He cites increased women in Congress and state leadership, including Governor Nikki Haley, as evidence of her legacy beyond the campaign that year.
Washington Post columnist Catherine Rampell notes Chelsea Clinton commands large speaking fees for NBC appearances and lectures, comparing to Kim Kardashian and other public figures. She argues market forces, audience demand, and brand value drive these payments, while raising concerns about potential influence and transparency.
Kenneth Smith of Burnettown urges Washington City Georgia style reform guiding Burnettown to disband the police and have the county take over. He questions cuts, cites staffing upgrades and the mayor's firing of the town judge as financial risks and calls residents to act.
Robert and Gloria Swihart praise Aiken Community Playhouse for Nunsense with a flawless cast and sparkling direction. The performance is a hilarious update that elicits roaring laughter from the audience and remains a don't miss event.
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