Working First Lady Now A Possibility
Columnist Myriam Marquez discusses the idea of Elizabeth Dole as a working First Lady and the politics of a modern First Lady. The piece contrasts traditional homemaker roles with 1990s expectations and notes public reaction to Hillary Clinton’s active political role.
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Aiken Standard Customer Service Contacts
A readable notice lists location at 124 Rutland Drive and P O Box 458 in Aiken 29802 with office hours 8 20 a m to 5 90 p m Monday through Friday. Subscription and delivery support numbers 649 5315 and 649 5316 plus circulation hours and switchboard 648 2311.
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Peeler urges performance audit of South Carolina government
South Carolina leaders push a comprehensive performance audit to curb government waste. Proponent Robert L. Peeler argues a private firm could cost about 2 million dollars and save hundreds of millions, citing North Carolina’s 8.5 million audit that saved 125 million in four years. The move faces opposition amid concerns over cost and self monitoring by agencies.
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Numbers Drive Washington Budget Debate Across Beltway
The piece cites a phone survey showing broad opposition to the GOP Medicare plan without full details. It notes Medicare spending rising under the new budget and argues Congress faces compromises, while Clinton threatens a veto and GOP leaders struggle to balance promises with concessions amid a numbers obsessed political climate.
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Parents urged to get involved in school program
East Aiken Elementary PTO secretary Janie Odom calls on parents to participate in PTO and PTA meetings and take responsibility for their children’s education. She notes teachers work hard with limited funds and urges parental cooperation to improve student outcomes. Aiken residents also complain about local TV guide changes and lack of ACC football coverage on Intermedia Cable, urging better regional programming.
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Aiken Standard Welcomes Letters to the Editor
The Aiken Standard invites concise letters addressed to Letters to the Editor. Include the writer's signature mailing address and daytime and home telephone numbers for verification. All letters may be edited and condensed. Mail to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, P.O. Box 456, Aiken SC 29802.
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