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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 2004
Page
11
South Carolina depositors harmed by Carolina Investors bankruptcy weigh a $41.6 million settlement offering about 15 cents on the dollar. They consider rejecting the deal to pursue more assets, but critics warn litigation could reduce recoveries and prolong the fight.
The Hilton Head Island Packet notes sharp 11 to 12.7 percent rises at public colleges including Clemson and USC as state higher education costs surge since 1998. Critics warn higher debt and reduced access, arguing the lottery LIFE scholarships do not justify a 70 percent jump and call for reform.
Orlando Sentinel columnist Myriam Marquez notes the controversy over Arnold Schwarzenegger’s graffiti style insult during a Sacramento rally. She argues the remark distracts from budget impasse and frames a larger political clash as war between the governor and Democratic lawmakers.
The author argues that four independent sources found no lying by Bush and Blair over WMDs in Iraq while demanding accountability for those who slandered them. He cites 9/11 Commission, Senate Intelligence, Lord Butler, and Putin as saying intelligence was faulty but insists politicians acted. The piece condemns harsh rhetoric, calls for holding "true liars" responsible, and defends Bush actions amid UN delays.
A heartfelt note from a Michigan mother and California father thanks Tim O Briant Aiken Standard Andrew Anderson Sheriff Hunt Judge Nuessle and the community for support in the case involving grandson Alex and family. The family cites a reprieve for Daryl and ongoing preparations for an August hearing.
A letter urges US citizens to consider senior welfare amid rising costs. The author cites high utilities health care insurance co pays taxes and mortgage costs while condemning secular changes and same sex marriage. He calls for voting, homework on representatives and a return to a religious foundation. Sylvester Ramsey Johnston
The Aiken Standard invites brief reader letters for the Letters to the Editor column. Include signature, mailing address, daytime and home numbers for verification. Address Letters to the Editor, PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802 or email swallace@aikenstandard.com.
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