Voices of the moment mix praise fear and protests across states
A collage of quoted voices covers politics, tragedy, religion and youth. Senator Pas sadaigue denounces a 12 million loan to Air South without legislative approval while others mourn a highway wreck in California with 11 dead. Aiken activists feed the hungry and a teen groups fight substance abuse. A judge debates the death penalty and a tribal leader opposes a dam.
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Carroll Campbell
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Kennedy Sex Scandals Book Sparks Debate On Privacy And History
Fort Worth Star Telegram columnist ill Thompson argues that Seymour Hersh’s Kennedy exposé rehashes old rumors and fuels sensationalism. He contends the public is not owed lurid details of a dead president, and the book risks eclipsing Kennedy’s actual record with sexual gossip.
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Fund raising reform debate swells over governor mansion use
An AP report highlights controversy over use of the South Carolina Governor's Mansion for political fund raising. Sheriff Metts and House minority leader Hodges press for reform arguing the mansion should not host fund raising. Also notes Tufts USDA study ranking SC hunger and a preview of Clemson and USC basketball: top 10 status amid 500-level play.
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Faith and morality gap prompts Aiken Church critique
Mike Terry Aiken argues the Barna Report shows many claim Christianity yet lack church relevance. He laments church attitudes toward differing ideas and urges Christians to imitate Jesus. Frank Peel notes local plans to convert upstairs spaces into apartments with loans, while tenants face rent hikes and relocations.
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Aiken Standard Welcomes Letters to the Editor
The Aiken Standard invites brief letters to the editor signed with the writer’s name and full mailing address plus daytime and home phone numbers for verification. Editors may edit or condense letters. Send to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802 or via editorial@scape.net.
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