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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 2008
Page
11
Aiken voters are urged to weigh in on annexation as Columbia and cities like Aiken face doughnut holes. The piece warns against using water or sewer service as leverage to coerce residents into joining city borders, noting police and emergency impacts and health rules.
The author warns the national debt nears 11 trillion and criticizes years of Republican governance. They question gains in health care and economy, energy independence, safety, and education, urging voters to back the Democratic ticket for change.
The Aiken Standard lists its leadership and department heads, including Publisher Scott B Hunter Editor Jeffrey B Wallace News Director Timothy E O Briant and Advertising Director Arthur T Zappa. It also notes Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Business Manager Terri Cheek and Managing Editor Michael W Gibbons.
A letter writer endorses Donna Moore Wesby for District 8 school board highlighting her support for students and inclusive education. The piece urges voters to elect her, praising her commitment to teachers and administrators and better educational opportunities.
A letter cites state law to support satellite absentee voting but omits legal provisions. The writer quotes an AG opinion endorsing satellite sites and notes Republican challenges as dishonest. A poll watcher recounts a North Augusta absentee day with accessible voting and praise for satellite locations.
A reader contests calls to oppose Palin over motherhood while praising her balancing of family and public service. The author argues against sexism and warns the country risks a leftward shift toward socialism despite U S prosperity and market woes.
Resident Erna Anderson applauds the paper for finally reporting a theft involving a prominent Aiken family. The longtime reader notes delayed coverage and commends the outlet for continuing public updates on the incident.
Readers in Aiken South Carolina are asked to send letters to the 456 address, email, and fax line provided for submissions. The notice gives the postal address in Aiken and a fax number 648-6052 for correspondence.
A reader cites Daniel in the lions den and praises John McCain as a fighter with persistent grassroots support. The message recalls McCain’s campaign struggles, the need for a steady strain in leadership, and gratitude for the candidate’s service to the country as the election approaches.
A reader contends nationwide voter fraud is widespread led by groups such as ACORN and urges delaying the November 4 election. The letter argues FBI investigations and safeguards are needed to ensure a fair vote.
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