Public figures weigh policy moves and national issues
North Augusta officials reversed a video poker annexation after public pressure. Don Smith defends his vote as a move to control gambling. Forbes promotes flat tax reform. Navy Times editor cites Spike Lee recruitment spots. Wilkins touts a billion dollar school plan. Jenk ins cites antitrust suit against American Airlines. Quayle condemns entertainment violence. Charleston residents react to tourism. Graham aligns with Wexler on tax relief. Hodges joins school safety task force. Mosser questions buffalo meat bailout. Arafat congratulates Barak on Israel election.
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Don Smith
First Amendment under Fire across Diverse Expressions
The column argues the First Amendment shields all forms of expression from nude dancing to flag desecration and campaign ads. It links current debates over gun rights, Jenny Jones’s trial, and online threats to the core right to free speech and press, urging protection over censorship.
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James Madison
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Littleton
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Telepictures Inc
Jonathan ‘Schmitz
Scott Amedure
Good judge Burnett faces calls for probe over racist email
South Carolina Supreme Court Justice E C Burnett is urged to acknowledge a lapse in judgment after an email containing a racial joke surfaced. Black leaders demand an apology and accountability to restore trust in the courts and public life.
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E.C. Burnett
Legislative Black Caucus
Burnett
Leroy
Spartanburg
Herald-Journal
State Senate
House
General Assembly
Senate
South Carolina Raises Rural Interstate Speed Limit to 70
The Greenwood Index-Journal reports South Carolina has officially increased rural interstate speed limits from 65 to 70 mph. Drivers note many already travel at 70 or higher and predict cruising at 75 mph may become common, reflecting driver behavior as the change takes effect.
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Greenwood) Index-Journal
Gun Debate Brings Out Our Worst, By Mitch Albom
A reader critiqued Mitch Albom’s Gun Debate Brings Out Our Worst editorial, labeling his analysis as un-American and biased. The letter argues for stricter background checks, age limits, and cautions against knee-jerk laws while defending Second Amendment rights.
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Aiken Standard
Albom
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Colorado
Mr. Albom
The Aiken Standard Letters to the Editor policy
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Aiken Standard
Aiken, S.C
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