Aiken Standard Origins and Leadership Details
The Aiken Standard traces its founding to 1867. Publisher Rhonda Overbey and Executive Editor Michael Smith lead the newsroom with Holly Kemp as News Editor. The publication highlights a Thought of the Day by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik.
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Sunshine Week highlights press access to government in SC
In South Carolina Sunshine Week celebrates open government and FOIA use by newspapers. Editors, reporters, and the SC Press Association showcase contests revealing how records and meetings are pursued, with cases ranging from a candidate's past alleged misconduct to college drug investigations and improper notices.
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How They Voted Track Lawmakers Voted on GovTrack Link
Visit GovTrack at the provided short link to track how U.S. House and Senate members voted. The page aggregates roll call data, party alignment, and voting trends across sessions, aiding analysis of lawmakers' positions and behavior.
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Staying out of the rabbit hole of espionage
Charles Krauthammer reflects on CIA denials and WikiLeaks revelations, arguing no solid evidence supports Trump Russia collusion or Obama wiretaps. He warns against conspiracy frenzies, notes ongoing investigations, and urges focus on real national issues amid North Korea tests and South Korea missile defense plans.
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Letters to the Editor on War and Obamacare Reform
A reader challenges partisan gridlock and supports the Problem Solvers Caucus and No Labels urging bipartisan action amid congressional divisions. Another letter advocates repealing Obamacare provisions while preserving pre existing conditions and certain dependents, and calls for cross border competition and policy flexibility.
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Letters to the Editor guidelines at Aiken Standard
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with writer address and daytime phone for verification. Limit under 500 words and include a brief headline. Editorially edit for length clarity libel and taste. No pen names or anonymous letters. Email to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29801.
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