Point of View highlights rising legislative costs in next session
The piece notes an AP report showing legislative spending outpacing inflation by 80 percent, with the legislature now costing 25.7 million annually vs 11.9 million in 1980. It discusses a failed sweetheart retirement plan for Guard veterans and critiques constitutional changes proposed by Attorney General Charlie Condon to shield crime victims. It also reflects on South Carolina’s 1995 session reforms, budget, and partisan divides.
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Post and Courier
South Carolina
Charlie Condon
Condon
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Beasley
The Aiken Standard Contact and Publication Details
The Aiken Standard invites readers to share news tips with the City Features or Sports editors by calling 648-2311. The paper, established 1867, is published by Aiken Communications Inc. and mails from 124 Fat land Drive, Aiken SC 29802.
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Fatland Drive
Aiken
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Courtroom TV sparks clash over dignity and cameras
Don Hewitt condemns cameras in courtrooms citing diminished dignity as the Simpson trial turned into show business. He argues trials should be judged by peers, not public spectacle, noting Judge Ito was influenced by mass letters from 15,000 viewers. The piece reflects on media impact and public appetite for courtroom drama.
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Hewitt
Ito
Marcia Clark
Johnnie Cochran
Harry
Bcan
Kate
Simpson
California
I Have Become One of Those Fuddy-Duddies
Myrne Roe, editorial writer for The Wichita Eagle, reflects on becoming a fuddy-duddy as MTV and teen culture evolve. She recalls past habits, music, fashion, and work etiquette, noting today’s teens and workers clash with her memories and the humor of aging.
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Linda Blair
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Myrne Roe
The
Wichita
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Eagle
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