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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 2016
Page
11
The Aiken Standard lists its founding year as 1867 and provides current leadership: Publisher Rhonda Overbey, Executive Editor Michael Smith, News Editor Holly Kemp. Thought of the Day closes the page.
The editorial urges citizens to vote in the presidential election with eight candidates on the ballot including Trump Clinton Johnson and others. It notes races for Senate and House seats, local officials, poll hours from 7 am to 7 pm, and that this 58th presidential election will shape the next four years.
Column argues Congress failed to pass major laws over years and relies on sequestration. It contrasts parliamentary systems with U S governance and urges reforms to preserve democracy and security. Anthony DiStefano of Aiken shares long government service background.
A letter argues residents should wait for city leaders to reveal Renaissance era plans for downtown Aiken. It notes property owners selling crucial parcels, urges listening to input, and critiques optics while defending local business ties and heritage. The author challenges faith based growth claims and calls for orderly public deliberation.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with the writer’s address and daytime phone. Limit 500 words. edited for length clarity libel and taste. Pen names not allowed and anonymous letters will not be published. Email letters or mail to Letters to the Editor P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29801.
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