Supreme Court upholds draft resisters prosecution policy
The Supreme Court, in a 7 2 decision, rejected David Alan Wayte's claim of selective prosecution and held that those who refuse to register for the draft can be prosecuted. The ruling emphasizes that resistance does not shield individuals from legal obligation and that constitutional protections require a functioning society capable of defending itself.
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Justice Department
High Court
David Alan Wayte
Pasadena
Calif
Lewis F. Powell Jr
Wayte
Carter
Selective Service
Washington
FBI
Supreme Court
Editorials on Statehouse Bills from Week of March 10
A roundup of editorial opinions from various papers across the state analyzing bills before the General Assembly. The selections reflect differing angles on policy issues, legislative priorities, and potential impacts discussed the week of March 10.
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General Assembly
Brock Selected to Improve Labor Ties in Reagan Era
The selection of Bill Brock to replace Ray Donovan signals a shift toward a more inclusive Republican approach to unions. Brock, once seen as hard right, built party strength and outreach to minority groups, potentially easing labor relations and aiding Republican candidates in future races.
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Reagan
Raymond J. Donovan
Bill Brock
Republican Party
Brock
Congress
House
Senate
Tennessee
Albert Gore
Richard Nixon
Spiro T. Agnew
Jim Sasser
Jimmy Carter
Ronald Reagan
Republican National Committee
Carter
Robert S. Strauss
Reubin
White House
Ray Donovan
Donovan
Prisons and alcohol rules spark state plan debate
A state panel urges releasing inmates to 95 percent capacity relief, while corrections officials push for more prison cells. Separately, the ABC considers raising beer and wine permits to 250 300 dollars and minibottles to 1500 to fund treatment and enforcement policies.
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General Assembly
Bureau of Justice Statistics
South Africa
Soviet Union
United States
ABC
Elliot D. “Duby” Thompson
Thompson
William J
Jerry” McCord
State Commission On Alcohol and Drug Abuse
South Carolina
Mopeds regulation drew debate in Greenville
A proposed state moped bill aims to require licenses and raise the minimum rider age from 12 to 14 by 1987. Proponents argue protection of children while critics view it as replacing private responsibility with government control.
Regulating Alcohol Bills Headed to General Assembly
Two bills aim to regulate alcohol sales in Columbia with a 2 a.m. cutoff for beer and related beverages. The measures move toward the General Assembly this month, seeking tighter control over late night alcohol sales and licensing.
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General Assembly
Lethal Injection Debate Over Electrocut ion in Charleston
The Charleston Post argues against replacing electrocution with lethal injection for executions. It warns the shift could alter juror mindset and ease the death penalty, while raising ethical concerns about doctors involved in executions and maintaining the act as an ultimate punishment.
Dear Dr Graham on a 13 year old's weight struggle
A mother writes about her daughter's overweight condition and a neighbor's judgment. The counselor urges healthful diet, medical guidance, emotional support, and spiritual counsel, stressing that the body is a temple of the Holy Spirit and encouraging the girl to accept Christ.
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DR. Graham
Letters to the Editor at the Aiken Standard
The Aiken Standard invites signed legible letters with a return address for publication. Anonymous submissions are not considered. Short, clear letters are preferred and may be edited for space and taste. Mail to Letters to the Editor P.O. Box 456 Aiken SC 29801.
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Aiken
Standard
P.O
S.C
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