Editorial on Pledge Ruling Refrains From God in School
A newspaper editorial condemns the 9th Circuit ruling that the Pledge of Allegiance in public schools is unconstitutional for containing under God. It argues the decision erodes national allegiance and religious liberty, urging reversal and citing the First Amendment.
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Ban on agencies hiring lobbyists signals first step in reform
Gov. Mark Sanford issued an executive order banning state agencies under his control from spending taxpayers' money to lobby the General Assembly. Experts say the move may have limited effect due to government structure, urging lawmakers to ban all agencies from hiring lobbyists and to push broader restructuring.
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Mark Sanford
General Assembly
Spartanburg
Herald-Journal
Aiken Standard Publisher and Staff List
The Aiken Standard's staff includes Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace and production director Phillip Yates with managing and customer service roles filled by Jen Priest Timothy E. O Briant and Letitia Jefferson.
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Jeffrey B. Wallace
Art Zappa
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Priest
Alto
Timothy E. O'Briant
Phillip Yates
Scot Newcom
J. David Boyd
Diversity and fairness in hiring discussed and voter call
Reader letters advocate matching diversity to skilled compassionate work and praise Capt. Bobby Wilson for aiding the Hampton family case. They endorse Mike Hunt for sheriff of Aiken County, citing integrity, dedication, dispatch reforms, and better public safety through March 25 voting.
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Bobby Wilson
Aiken County
Henry Hampton
Bud” Howard
National Law Enforcement Officers’ Memorial
Washington, D.C
Greenville County
Stromp Thurmond
Mike Hunt
Mike
Sheriff's Office
Sheriff's Department
Jody Rowland Endorsed for Sheriff in Aiken County Primary
A letter commends Maj. Jody Rowland for calm professional conduct during a 1997 terror incident. The writer praises his leadership, openness, and ongoing support, urging voters in Aiken County to back Rowland in the March 25 Republican primary as the best qualified candidate.
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Sheriff's Office
Jody Rowland
Aiken County
Jody
Letters to the Editor policy at Aiken Standard
The Aiken Standard invites brief letters with signature address and phone numbers for verification. Submissions may be edited and condensed and limited to one letter every 30 days to ensure diverse viewpoints. Send to Letters to the Editor or via mail email or fax with contact details.
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Granddaddy of Aiken: memories of Roland Windham
The grandson recalls Roland Herbert Windham, longtime Aiken figure and former city manager, as a loving mentor. He describes fishing trips at Lake Murray, game day rituals for USC Gamecocks and Braves games, and shared experiences from baseball road trips to visit major league parks. The piece honors Windham as a devoted father, Rotarian, singer, Christian, and community figure.
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Roland Herbert Windham
Aiken
Lake ‘Murray
Kmart
Mayor Weeks
Granddaddy
Chicago Bulls
Charlotte Hornets
Michael Jordan
Bulls
Carolina
Gamecocks
USC Aiken
Pacer
Hopelands Gardens
Catfish
Ducks
Houndslake
Park
Braves
Gamecock
Roland Windham
Huntley
Cindy
Ed Duryea
Beaufort
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