Identity theft risks and prevention tips urged
Editorial notes identity theft is rising with 600000 FTC complaints last year and hundreds of millions in losses. It warns how thieves misuse name, SSN and credentials and advises regular credit report checks, careful bank statements, and not sharing PINs. It directs readers to consumer.gov/idtheft for prevention and recovery guidance.
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Federal Trade Commission
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Universal health care urged by national coalition
A panel led by respected public and private figures says universal coverage would cut overall health care costs and improve efficiency. The National Coalition on Health Care studied four plans, including employer based, expanded Medicare- Medicaid, federal employee style, and Canada like government financing, all showing net savings over ten years.
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Aiken Standard Publisher and Staff Directory
The Aiken Standard lists key staff including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa Business Manager Ellen C. Priest Circulation Director Scot Newcom Systems Manager J. David Boyd and Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson with contact emails.
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Danforth critique on Christian influence without state power
The column argues that government cannot moralize society and that true change comes from individual hearts and the church. It cites John Danforth’s NYT op ed and Billy Graham’s stance, contrasting religious moderates with conservatives while urging personal ethics over political action.
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Hell
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Supreme Court
South Carolina tops nation in speed related fatalities
The editorial urges slower driving after a federal study shows South Carolina has the highest rate of speed related deaths from 1983 to 2002. It criticizes a new seat belt law as weak and notes Sanford’s veto on slow driving penalties, calling for stricter enforcement and road maintenance.
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Graham fights to hold center in Senate reform
Column praises Senator Lindsey Graham for leading a bipartisan revision of Senate filibuster rules. It credits the compromise with confirming three federal judges and argues for open inquiry over rigid partisanship. The piece lauds Graham's stance on rural schools and warns against center-erosive politics. John S. Rainey signs as chairman of the S.C. Board of Economic Advisors.
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Yeats
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