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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 2000
Page
3
A montage of remarks from politicians and officials ranges from GOP dismissals of Democratic challenges to overseas ballots in the presidential race to reactions to poll mislays in Florida. It also recalls blunt comments on school weapon reporting, tribal land disputes, education funding, dog breeding, and a memorial bonfire tragedy.
Publisher Scott B. Hunter leads the staff with Ellen C. Priest as business manager and Jeffrey B. Wallace as editor. Advertising director Coss Myers. managing editor Tim O Brien. circulation chief Timothy E. O’Brien and Garth R. Groshans also noted.
A critique argues modern depictions of the first Thanksgiving omit religion and plague context, reframing the Pilgrims as secular multicultural heroes. It cites Arthur Quinn and debates on religious freedom, noting officials and publishers quietly revise history to fit current norms.
Letter writers warn that current politics threaten voting rights and judicial independence. They urge embracing machine counting, computer voter checks, and strict separation of church, state, and politics. Also includes readers thanking county leaders and criticizing trash disposal in Aiken.
Tony Snow writes a reflective column listing thanks for people and moments in politics, humorously noting ironies and personal blessings. He laments accuracy in predictions, contrasts with, and admires figures while expressing gratitude for family, faith, and simple comforts in America.
The Aiken Standard invites readers to send Letters to the Editor with signature, mailing address, and daytime as well as home phone numbers for verification. All letters may be edited and condensed and should be addressed to Letters to the Editor, Aiken PO Box 456, Aiken, SC 29802. Send via email to swallace duesouth.net or fax to 803-648-6052.
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