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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 2017
Page
9
A Rhodesian era style thought of the day quotes James Thurber as an American humorist. The note credits Rhonda overeyee, publisher Michael Harris, and Holly Kemn as editors.
The Obama era highlighted that fines and fees paid by the poor fueled municipal revenue and led to debtor prisons. The Ferguson investigation showed discriminatory policing tied to revenue from fines. The Civil Rights Commission notes reforms are underway with guidance to courts to assess ability to pay and offer alternatives, with state grants and a national task force shaping new laws.
Star Parker of CURE notes Trump's rallying of evangelical Christians as key base. The column cites policy moves supporting religious freedom, Israel, and conservative court appointments, arguing Trump strengthens ties with evangelicals amid culture wars. It contrasts past reservations with current political gains and notes public polling on values.
Letters criticize the Aiken Mall redevelopment funded by taxpayers, urging SE Aiken LLC to fund it privately. A guest editorial argues for social media reform and questions the spread of fake news, noting Donald Trump and global leaders in the debate.
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