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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 2002
Page
5
Letters to the editor express candidacy ambitions as a local resident from Aiken County proposes Stan Jackson and Tony Gouge as viable options for election to Congress. The note frames a call for residents to take initiative and vote.
A reader dismisses Fred Christensen's MOX plant letter in the Aiken Standard May 26 arguing it is political posturing. The writer notes MOX would process two to three metric tons yearly and questions impact on plutonium in South Carolina. Another letter by John V. Green urges Gen. Spears for adjutant general noting youth programs and National Guard roles in Columbia.
Letter writer endorses George Dueworth for Congress in the Third District, arguing the selection resembles corporate apprenticeship. He cites Dueworth’s prosecutor record, Savannah River Site interest, and long community involvement in Anderson and Aiken, urging voters to back him for effective leadership.
In the runoff filled article, Senator David Thomas supports conservatives for lieutenant governor while Gresham Barrett leads the Congress race. Joan Ozmint pitches youthful energy and reform backed by truth in sentencing. Richard Eckstrom, a former treasurer, seeks comptroller general with proven finance experience. All four run as solid conservatives for June 11 primary.
Stan Jackson, the sole Republican candidate residing in Aiken County, pledges strong backing for the Savannah River Site and commitment to local interests. He highlights his Aiken roots, banking roles, redevelopment work, and charity involvement, contrasting with distant rivals.
Rick Osbon urges South Carolina voters to elect Bob Peeler in the June 11 Republican primary. He highlights Peeler s seven years as lieutenant governor, fiscal conservatism, first SC performance audit, support for schools and teachers, and past school board chairmanship. Osbon argues for change and integrity in Columbia.
A letter to the editor from Col. Gary Bishop, a former adjutant general candidate and West Point graduate, urges voters to re elect the current Adjutant General. The note underscores Bishop's read with interest endorsement of ongoing programs and leadership.
Tony Rickard writes in support of Lt. Gov. Bob Peeler for the Republican nomination for governor of South Carolina. He praises Peeler as a steady, principled leader with business experience and a focus on economic development, education, and tax relief. Rickard urges voters to unite behind Peeler on June 11 in the primary.
A supporter praises Reb Sutherland as a capable, diligent candidate who studies bills before signing and would read legislation carefully. The writer likens her to a Shakespearean truth seeker and cites blunt honesty as a virtue while urging continued vigilance.
Aiken community leaders endorse Jim Stewart as a candidate for the State House. The business owner and former Business Person of the Year is praised for leadership, energy, and community service aimed at improving South Carolina. Support highlights his work with local boards, fundraising for the medically underserved, and youth education. Stewart is described as a prime mover ready to tackle state issues and earn votes.
Randy Sprague from Martinez Ga voices concern about Stewart and DOE contractor DCS on the SRS MOX plant. He cites a 2008 completion target, 67 billion cost, and 1.5 year schedule as unrealistic while noting the project would process 2 to 3 tons of plutonium annually and keep rest stored at SRS.
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