Editorial questions balance of education lottery in South Carolina
The editorial critiques Gov. Hodges signed education lottery, noting many details unfinished and benefits skewed toward college scholarships. It argues the plan neglects elementary and secondary education and warns against using gambling as a political debt payoff while urging continued scrutiny from religious groups and Republicans.
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Jim Hodges
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Aiken Standard Names Editorial and Office Leadership
The listing identifies Scott B. Hunter as Publisher and Jeffrey B. Wallace as Publisher. Ellen C. Priest is Business Manager and Circulation Director. Garth R. Groshans is ing Editor. Timothy E. O Briant is Pressroom Supervisor with James R. Bennett Jr. and Thaner J. David Boyd in other roles.
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Lancaster Ohio public school book links faith and patriotism
A 1923 Lancaster Ohio book compiled for grades one through eight urged memorizing biblical verses and moral themes. The writer notes a 6-3 Supreme Court ruling on a Milford Christian club, contrasts past religious guidance with modern secularism, and cites the 19th century poem "Wanted" to argue for public moral instruction.
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North Augusta governance and public safety concerns cited
A retired public safety officer questions North Augusta's strong mayor system, blaming Charles Martin for local power, and urges elected leaders to replace him. The letter also critiques President Bush's fast track authority and urges adherence to constitutional treaty procedures. A separate reader questions credit bureau links to car insurance costs, criticizing credit influence on premiums and calls out greed in business and government.
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