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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 2009
Page
15
Editorial asserts newspapers will endure amid technological change. It emphasizes local reporting, community focus, and the newspaper’s role in information dissemination through print and digital formats, marking National Newspaper Week and the enduring torch of freedom.
A reader criticizes AARP for not serving seniors and accuses CEO Barry Rand of supporting Obamacare through political donations. The letter claims AARP is betraying nonprofit aims, favoring for profit insurers, and urges action or resignation.
Scott B. Hunter and Scot Newcom are identified as publisher and circulation director in a notice from the Aiken Standard. The item lists contact emails for further information and indicates staff roles without additional details.
A letter argues against raising beyond the 8 percent debt limit for district construction. It recalls prior spending concerns at Midland Valley High, Mossy Creek Elementary, and Byrd Elementary, and urges funding via nonrefundable sources such as grants, donations, and private partnerships. The writer notes voters ultimately decide and warns more money does not guarantee better education.
Readers are invited to send opinions on issues of concern. Mail to Letters to the Editor Aiken Standard Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 Email letters aikenstandard.com or fax 648-6052.
Peter J. Seaha rejects fear tactics in Jones letter and defends private data in health care applications. He accuses Democrats of scare tactics about Social Security and physician incentives and argues for compassion toward taxpayers, citing the 11 trillion dollar federal debt and 47 percent versus 53 percent tax burdens.
Beverly M. Carter commends Magnolia Medical Center and Dr. Margo Muniz for professional, attentive care during her surgery and follow up at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. She notes the nurses’ detail focus and strong infection prevention protocols, contrasting with larger city hospitals.
House Republican leader John Boehner says Obama has time to decide on Afghanistan troop levels while warning that every day of delay endangers the troops already there. Officials say Obama has not signaled plans for a new buildup or a smaller increase.
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