Editorial policy warns on timely letters to editor
The Aiken Standard will not publish letters about the June 10 primary after June 1. It will run all letters before election day and rejects letters tied to organized writing efforts by candidates or causes. Letters should be mailed to Letters to the Editor PO Box 486 or emailed to letters@aikenstandard.com.
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Think About It Law of Neighborly Love from Adler
An Aiken Standard editorial quotes Alfred Adler on loving one’s neighbor and warns that without fear of this principle humanity may perish. The piece reflects on natural empathy becoming as habitual as breathing, urging readers to embrace civic kindness.
VA scandal deepens as 40 veterans die in Phoenix care lapses
An Inspector General review of the Phoenix VA medical facility shows long waits for initial visits, official and unofficial waiting lists, and alleged data manipulation. The report cites 24 days average wait for an initial visit vs 119 days found, with 1700 veterans on unofficial lists. Further reviews are planned nationwide.
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New leadership urged for South Carolina education department
Column argues for Molly Spearman to replace current superintendent of education, endorsing Republican nomination. Highlights support for school choice, home schooling standards, private and charter options, and cross party collaboration to improve K-12 in South Carolina. Mentions Gov. Nikki Haley era policies and calls to end bickering and divisions.
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Aiken council weighs police pay rise amid millage debate
The Aiken City Council debated boosting public safety compensation andconsidering a 2.5 mill increase to fund a 7 percent raise for the entire police and public safety staff. Leaders note area rivals pay higher salaries while stressing fiscal prudence and voter sentiment ahead of possible tax hikes.
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Governor Brewer's Medicaid expansion veto inspires SC appeal
Letter writer contrasts Arizona Governor Jan Brewer vetoing Medicaid bills with South Carolina leaders resisting expansion. It argues expansion saves lives, cites veterans and the poor, and calls on Governor Nikki Haley to act despite a veto-proof GOP majority.
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