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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 2008
Page
15
Readers urged Councilman Gene Smith to resign after a court ruling found the Three Runs Plantation annexation illegal and removed him from city limits. The piece argues he no longer represents the town and should yield to a resident winner, stressing the right thing to do.
Aiken letter writer argues confusion over socialism and democracy distinguishes economic and political systems. He condemns tax fairness issues and health coverage disparities, cites Europe and Canada, and calls for judging ideas on merits rather than labels.
The Aiken Standard lists its publishing staff and editors including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace News Director Timothy E. O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Business Manager Terri Cheek Managing Editor Michael W. Gibbons Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson.
The letter to the editor argues about socialism in U S policy referencing taxes on oil profits in Alaska and welfare programs. It criticizes Obama’s policies as socialist while defending Social Security Medicare and bank bailouts as necessary. The author cites Palin Bush Reid Pelosi and Frank and comments on racial politics and party blame.
The piece notes ongoing pushback from some conservative Republicans and columnists after a decisive Democratic victory. It likens certain preachers to Rush Limbaugh in their constant denunciations while contrasting past actions, including a controversial incident involving a vice president's preacher and accusations of eroding trust.
John Feeney letters the Aiken Standard arguing Hollywood money and endorsements dominated the 2008 campaign. He cites Oprah Winfrey and others while noting Reagan and Schwarzenegger backed McCain. Feeney calls Obama’s campaign a polished production, not merely a grassroots effort.
Dr. W. Douglas Weaver of Detroit notes cholesterol-lowering statins reduce heart attack rates, emphasizing prevention for patients with previously no evidence to treat. The comment highlights new data changing treatment approaches in cardiology.
A victim thanks the Aiken County Sheriff's Department for protecting residents and acknowledges Deputy Grant Deputy Sampson Deputy Baker and Sheriff Michael Hunt for their professional service. The writer praises the department's dedication courage and integrity after an August assault and credits timely actions leading to an arrest warrant and detainment. The letter expresses gratitude prayers for officers safety and a call for fair treatment in the press.
Readers are invited to send opinions on issues of concern in letters under 200 words. Submissions may be edited for clarity and length. Address letters to Letters to the Editor 456 Aiken SC 29802 or email letters aikenstandard.com or fax 648-6052.
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