Public mistaken on Clinton and GOP budget plan
The Chicago Tribune notes a public misperception on deficits under Clinton and on Republican budget vows. It argues Congress moved to balance by 2002, Clinton will veto conference measures, and any deal will shrink government, cut taxes, cut entitlements, and push welfare costs to the states.
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Cocaine Sentencing Disparity Faces Supreme Court Review
The Los Angeles Times argues the 1000 to 1 crack vs powder cocaine sentencing disparity is unfair. It notes five gram crack triggers five years while 500 grams of powder may do so, calling for judicial latitude and real fairness as the Supreme Court reviews federal indictments in Los Angeles.
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Aiken Standard contact and service hours
Location at 124 Butland Drive and mailing box 1456 Aiken 29802. Office hours 8 20 am to 5 90 pm Monday through Friday. Subscription line 649 5315 Delivery problems call 649 5315. Switchboard 648 2911. Fax 648 6052. Publisher Scott B Hunter reachable at 648 2311.
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Moderation in the Quest for Lasting Change
Washington column argues that modern lawmakers fear bold stances and chase poll driven "looks" to please voters. It cites Newt Gingrich as an exception and warns that pollsters shape messages more than ideology. It predicts future leaders may win by patient moderation.
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Letters praise Aiken Post Office amid mailing mix ups
A reader recounts a misaddressed letter that still reached them, praising the Aiken Post Office. The writer also speaks of grief from the loss of their son and grandson A J Vasser to cancer shortly before his eighth birthday.
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Welcome Letters to the Editor at Aiken Standard
A brief invitation to submit Letters to the Editor with signature, address, and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. The piece then reflects on hospice care, praising Hitchcock Center staff for their dedication. it ends with a reader’s complaint about uninsured drivers and insurance issues, asking who is exempt from liability laws.
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Nielsen seeks 953.7 million for schools pitting GOP lawmakers
Barbara Nielsen proposes 953.7 million extra for education stirring party rifts as legislators up for re election seek funds for tax roll backs and health care costs from Congress. Nielsen wants 97 million for 1800 of 3315 buses and 72 million to fund the Education Finance Act, aiming to restore equity. Charleston Bar report shows Master in Equity Louis E. Condon rated highest among tri county masters, as party politics influence the replacement.
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Political Appointees Scrutinized Over Parole Board Case
South Carolina Governor Beasley criticizes the Juvenile Parole Board for releasing a 16 year old who fatally stabbed her mother's boyfriend less than two years ago. The girl served 15 months in custody though guidelines called for at least 18 months. Beasley, who appointed seven of ten board members, urged adherence to guidelines in violent crime cases.
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