Voices and quotes from public figures on culture and policy
A collection of brief quotes from politicians, researchers, and officials on topics including religion and leadership, video gambling deadlines, medical radioisotopes, arts funding, Confederate flag positions, police demonstrations, consulting contracts, counterfeit goods, party leadership, lottery fever, crime trends, speeding, and flag policy negotiations.
Who would gun ban hurt most
In Washington the Million Mother March draws women and daughters to discuss gun policy. The piece argues gun control may not deter crime, highlights high ownership, notes falls in murder and mass shootings since the 1980s, and questions laws like trigger locks and waiting periods. It warns new gun controls could harm law abiding citizens and families.
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Washington
Yale
John Lott
Lott
Columbine High
Los Angeles
What Jesus Would Say About the Flag Debate
Aiken Standard interview with James Gallman quotes Jesus would say remove the flag, but scripture counters with emphasis on inner hearts. Former trustees praise Gloria Busch-Johnson of Aiken Electric Cooperative, urging re election at large with registration 7 to 12 30 May 20.
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Jesus
James Gallman
David Williams Wagener
Busch-Johnson
Aiken Electric
Gloria Busch-Johnson
Aiken Electric Cooperative
Charles Prosser
Acts of Caring inspires gratitude for medical aid
A note of thanks expresses deep appreciation for Acts of Caring for providing medical care during six months without work. The writer praises the volunteers for their time, energy, and compassionate attention beyond routine treatment, acknowledging their dedication and the impact on the writer’s return to work and health insurance.
House races hinge on local factors not national coattails
In Pennsylvania and beyond, congressional contests defy a national theme as voters focus on local issues and candidate appeal. Rep. Don Sherwood faces Pat Casey in the 10th District while Rep. Joe Hoeffel edges toward re election in Montgomery County as national coattails fail to move the House race. Turnout in Scranton and other locales will tip close contests.
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Washington
Philadelphia
Joe Hoeffel
Don Sherwood
Scranton
House of Representatives
Newt Gingrich
America
House
Bill Clinton
Dimenonwus
Economn
al Gore
Pennsylvania
Sherwood
Pat Casey
Bob Casey
Bob Casey Jr
Lackawanna County
Casey
Montgomery County
Hoeffel
Gingrich
Dick Armey
Tom Delay
Trent Lott
Dan Quayle
George W. Bush
Quayle
Bush
Republica
Gore
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Charlie Condon
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Economic Development Partnership
Center For the Arts
Douglas Rabold
Aiken Center For the Arts
Wyatt Development Co
John Graham Altman
Charleston
New York City
New York
Joseph A. Alejandro
Boston Road Construction
James Kernstotes
Jim Miles
David Woodward
Clemson University
Republican Party
Henry McMaster
Karen Dawson
Virginia Haines
New Jersey
Carnegie-Mellon University
Alfred Blumstein
Kevin Addison
Midlands Technical College
South Carolina
NAACP
Indon
Jangerfield
Aikentandard
Scott B. Hunter
Jeffrey B. Wallace
Sas
Ellen C. Priest
Garth R. Groshans
Mes R. Bennett Jr
J. David Boyd
McCain & Bush
Sony Snow Creators Syndicate
I Letters
Jack Germann and
Jules Witcover
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