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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1999
Page
4
A compilation of quotes from public figures and officials on crimes, politics, activism and policy. Notable voices include Dewey Ennis on Curtis Kess’s 30 year sentence, Barbara Morgan on embezzlement allegations, Rodman King on police lawsuit outcomes, and Lorena Ramos urging action on Israel ties.
Starita Smith argues vouchers hurt public schools and pose a political strategy to gain minority support for privatization. She notes proposals in New York City Florida and Texas risk draining funds from public systems, widen racial disparities, and weaken local school tax measures while offering limited access for minority students.
A reader questions Judge Frank Eppes for imposing 30 years in Case 1 after a pawn shop robbery resulting in a murder and life plus 15 years in Case 2 for a jailed offender. The letter argues the sentences should be reversed, expressing greater perceived safety concerns about the judge’s decisions.
The state faces civility debates after Dick Harpootlian labels Rep. Bobby Harrell a Cro Magnon. Meanwhile a $2000 LIFE scholarship prompts questions on how a B equals 87 to 93 in Greenville and 85 to 92 in Richland. Spring weather raises fire risks as farmers burn fields. Palmetto Trails dedicates a 20 mile Fort Jackson stretch, shaping a 400 mile cross state path.
A reflective critique compares church actions to a doctor giving aspirin for gangrene with problems spreading. The piece implies growing issues within churches and questions effective remedies.
Letters should be addressed to Letters to the Editor Aiken Standard PO Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 Or send E Mail to editorial scescape net
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