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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1997
Page
4
Columnist Thomas Sowell argues that a strong articulate outsider without WASP elitism could match Justice Antonin Scalia in stature for a GOP 2000 bid. He praises Scalia's plainspoken intellect and warns that many court colleagues avoid clear language due to fear of impeachment or political risk.
Columnist Joan Beck notes Madeleine Albright, two months into the secretary role, avoids gender labels and pushes women's rights and related issues onto a higher international priority. She applauds decisive, articulate leadership and strong approval amid past limited attention to abuses of women worldwide.
Phillip Terzian argues the Court faces a landmark decision on government oversight of the Internet. He contends acceptance of the act may shape future regulation, requiring access controls and enforcement while preserving free speech and parental responsibility. The piece weighs practicality, legality, and the risks of censorship in cyberspace.
A commentary on the Heaven’s Gate mass deaths of 39 adherents in San Diego linked to UFO beliefs and Star Trek imagery. The piece critiques Do and his followers for their suicide pact, contrasts their beliefs with major world religions, and reflects on why people seek grand causes over modern culture. It notes ages 20 to 72, the group’s cloistered lifestyle, and their final act as they pursued an ascension via the comet Hale-Bopp.
Keanna to the editor reports Girl Scout troops hosted an Easter egg hunt and spring picnic for Helping Hands children and teens. She thanks area helpers and praises the Helping Hands staff for their patient care during difficult times. The troops plan Easter baskets and gift bags for recipients on Easter morning.
A letter from a local gym parent praises Aiken Gymnastics led by Draha and Radik Krizova for sweeping the state gymnastics competition in Greenville. The writer commends Sabrina, Meghan, Emily, Jessica, Allison, Kristin, Whitney, Caroline, Jayme, Kaya, and Alyson for exceptional performances across events, urging broader coverage and possible television attention.
The Aiken Standard invites brief letters with the writer signature mailing address and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. All letters may be edited or condensed. Address Letters to the Editor at The Aiken Standard P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 or email editorial scescape net.
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