Editorial urges evaluating cost of changing Aiken council system
The editorial argues for switching from a 4-2-1 to a 6-1 city council structure to satisfy census redistricting and federal approval. It warns that failure to change could trigger costly delays and federal intervention, with potential annexation pauses and shifts in minority voting strength. It emphasizes maintaining fair, strong leadership while considering legal and practical risks.
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Aiken
U.S
U.S. Justice Department
Justice Department
Washington
Cain campaign ad stirs talk with Block cigarette stunt
The 56 second clip shows Mark Block smoking and delivering a bold message for Herman Cain aimed at older blue collar voters who resent nanny state rules. Cain denies subliminal intent but the ad boosts Cain while Romney and Perry duel, driving attention and donations.
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Mark Block
Block
James Carville
Cain
Rick Perry
Mark
Herman
Nein
Fred Flintstone
Johnny Carson
Ol’ Black
America
Central Park
Nanny
Mitt Romney
Black
Romney
Letters Flaws in Opinion Column Draw Fire From Reader
A reader criticizes Jennifer Miller's column for errors on tax funding for hospitals and medical education. The letter argues hospitals run as for profit or not for profit rely on bonds and donations, while education comes from loans and savings. It notes a government study on drug research funding and praises NJROTC cadets at South Aiken High for a food drive, highlighting Cmdr Laughlin and others for collecting 1000 pounds for Golden Harvest.
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Jennifer Miller
Aiken Regional
Njrotc
South Aiken High School
Larry Laughlin
Cmdr. Laughlin
Rob Novit
Aiken
Martha Koehler
South Aiken
Golden Harvest
John Koehler
Bill Combs
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