Editorial disputes Iraq WMD claims and war rationale
An Iraq Survey Group report led by Charles Duelfer concludes Iraq showed no evidence of WMD production before the invasion and Saddam’s capability was lower than after the first Gulf War. The piece argues faulty intelligence spurred the war and urges focus on peace in Iraq and pursuing bin Laden, with a clear exit strategy.
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Flu vaccine shortage tightens US supply
The U.S. faces its worst flu vaccine shortage in years after a British plant closure halted 46 million doses. Officials warn elective shots may be forgone to conserve stocks for high risk groups, risking workplace and school disruptions this season.
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Aiken Standard Staff Listing and Contacts
The Aiken Standard lists key staff including Publisher Scott B Hunter Editor Jeffrey B Wallace and Business Manager Ellen C Priest. Other listed roles include Arthur T Zappa Timothy E OBriant Phillip Yates Scot Newcom Systems Manager J David Boyd and Letitia Jefferson with contact details at the newspaper's site.
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Laugh of the Week? Aiken race critique by Diane Giddings
In a letter to the editor the writer mocks political slogans and praises Diane Giddings for four years of criticizing Aiken taxes and school board finances. She urges voting for Giddings on November 2 to improve classroom funding and resources.
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Absentee voting concerns and local tourism debate in Aiken
The letter discusses possible problems with absentee and early voting including machine usability and long lines. It questions how mail ballots will be handled and urges consideration of tourism’s impact on Aiken's neighborhood charm and traffic, urging preservation of the Horse District and residential streets.
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Fair Tax Plan support urged in senate race letter
A Sept 30 letter to The Aiken Standard by Adam Kovacevich, communications director for Inez Tenenbaum's campaign, attacks Rep Skipper Perry and defends the Fair Tax plan endorsed by Perry and DeMint. The piece argues voters are misinformed and urges support for Jim DeMint, praising the Fair Tax as fair and transformative.
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Diesel coaches clash with Aiken Horse District traffic
After the September 13 city council work session, officials agree that diesel motor coaches disrupt the Aiken Horse District. Community leaders warn of safety and preservation concerns as tours and traffic increase in the historic area.
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Aiken Standard Requests Viewpoints From Readers
The Aiken Standard invites readers to share opinions on issues of interest. Letters may be addressed to Letters to the Editor at P.O. Box 456 Aiken South Carolina 29802 or sent by email to swallace at aikenstandard.com or faxed to 803-648-6052.
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Gratitude for Good Samaritans on Bobby Jones Expressway
Phoebe and Jack Linden thank three Good Samaritans who aided during a medical emergency on the Bobby Jones Expressway in Augusta on Sept 29 at about 2 10 pm. Their actions helped EMS crews reach the scene quickly and prevented a possible crash by moving the Linden vehicle off the roadway. The note names Anne Weeks her passenger and a pickup driver who assisted.
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Professionalism in Education: A Reader Letter
A reader thanks an Oct 5 editorial and argues that a teacher’s professionalism and responsibility matter, not sexual orientation. The letter from Stanton L. Cassels asserts teachers should be judged by conduct rather than orientation.
DeMint tax plan condemned as harmful demagoguery
Victor Reilly denounces Jim DeMint's proposal to end the federal income tax in favor of a sales tax. He argues Congress would never drop the income tax due to special interests, cites Earned Income Credit concerns, and endorses Inez Tenenbaum.
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DeMint Faces Backlash Over Morality Critics
Readers condemn Senator DeMint for alleged prejudice against single pregnant women and religious groups. They question whether discriminatory standards would extend to teachers, colleagues, and voters, urging accountability if he wins a Senate seat.
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