Court voids law forcing library porn filters
A federal appeals court overturned the Children’s Internet Protection Act ruling that libraries must install filters to receive subsidies. It found filters ineffective and blocking benign sites, urging instead age-based policies and terminal screens, aligning with broader NRC study conclusions.
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United States Circuit Court of Appeals
Knights of Columbus
U.S
Congress
American Library Association
Appeals Court
Supreme Court
National Research Council
San Jose Mercury News
San Jose
Calif
Allen Standard Names Production and Circulation Directors
Timothy E. O Briant production director Phillip Yates circulation director Deborah Duches see David Boye Letitia Jefferson named in the notice as staff or incumbents at the Allen Standard.
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Phillip Yates
Deborah Duches
Barrett for Congress as right choice in primary
In a letter to the editor Shirley Schilling of Belvedere endorses Gresham Barrett for Congress citing pro-family values a pro business background and strong national sovereignty stances including opposition to the International Criminal Court and Kyoto Protocol. The writer urges neighbors to vote Barrett in the June 11 Republican primary and praises Barrett as a defender against federal overreach and globalism.
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Barrett
Congress
Gresham Barrett
S.C. House of Representatives
Bush
International Criminal Court
United Nations
Shirley Schilling Belvedere
Brown Challenged for Adjutant General Post by Spears
The piece portrays Brig. Gen. Earle Brown as the sole qualified candidate to lead South Carolina’s National Guard. Gen. Stan Spears removes Brown amid dispute, citing no documented deficiency, while Brown boasts Army War College credentials, a combat brigade, and national training center success as counter to Spears.
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Brown
Spears
National Guard
Stan Spears
S.C. National Guard
Earle Brown
Army War College
National Training Center
Motives Questioned Over Last Minute State House Run
A letter questions Stewart’s motives to run for State House District 86. The writer alleges prior City of Aiken contracts benefited his family business and asks if the bid for office aims to represent residents or expand state contracts for the family business.
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Ime Stewart
Aiken
South Carolina
District 86
Ferrara chosen for District 86 state house seat
A letter endorses Russ Ferrara for South Carolina House District 86 citing his 18 years at Savannah River Site, South Carolina residency, and active civic work in Aiken County. The writer urges voters to elect Ferrara as their district representative.
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S.C
Russ Ferrara
Russ
Savannah River
South Carolina
Aiken County
Charles A. Bishop Jr
Montmorenci
Jim Stewart Seeks District 86 Seat
Supporters praise Jim Stewart for District 86 citing his lifelong ties to the area and understanding of its diverse and large constituency. They argue he will address local challenges responsibly and in the right way, reflecting a commitment to community interests.
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John Bortus
Jim Stewart
Jim
Ferrara Defense of SRS Spurs GOP Primary Push
Dianne Parker urges State House District 86 voters to back Russ Ferrara in the Republican primary on June 11. She notes Ferrara has defended Savannah River Site and its workers, delivered statements on DOE public hearings, supported the SRS Community Assistance and Workforce Restructuring Plan, and backed MOX fuel processing. He collaborates with Thurmond, Graham, and Wilson on new SRS missions, aiming for long term local economic benefits.
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DOE
SRS
MOX
Russ Ferrara
Strom Thurmond
Lindsey Graham
Joe Wilson
Savannah River
Dianne Parker Aiken
Stewart best suited for House 86 seat
Jim Stewart Republicans stands as the best choice for South Carolina House District 86. Aiken native and businessman at JE Stewart Builders Inc. he highlights dedication to education from elementary through college and notes involvement in school and church committees. He urges voters to support his qualified leadership.
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Jim Stewart
South Carolina
JE Stewart Builders Inc
District 86
Columbia
Tony
Sally Ferrara
Aiken
Ferrara aided Breezy Hill Baptist Church project
A reader writes that Russ Ferrara’s son-in-law offered free architectural services for Breezy Hill Baptist Church with the church needing a $5,000 bid for a youth and recreation center. The letter notes the writer is the mother-in-law of Russ Ferrara, a House 86 candidate, and references correcting an earlier name error.
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Russ Ferrara
State House
Breezy Hill Baptist Church
Aiken Standard
Klauber Strong Choice for Congress Urged by Colleague
A supportive letter from Charles Gene Autry praises Jim Klauber as a trustworthy, experienced leader suited to advance conservative ideals in the Third District. Autry recalls military service together and commends Klauber’s wisdom and persistence in persuading colleagues.
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Him
Sten
Jim
Jim Klauber
Charles Gene Autry
Peeler backs Bush in South Carolina primary
In a local political note, Peeler supported George W. Bush during the South Carolina presidential primary. The piece notes Sanford’s role as John McCain’s co chairman and quotes concerns about Sanford and McCain’s influence. It mentions Bush’s campaign victory propelling him toward the nomination and references Lindsey Graham as McCain’s other co chairman for senator.
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Mark Sanford
Our
Oliver North
Col. North
Bob Peeler
Cole North
George W. Bush
South Carolina
Bush
Peeler
John McCain
Sanford
McCain
George W Bush
Lindsey Graham
Walter McSherny Sesrtanbun
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