Letters on missing women and community support
A reader argues media bias in missing persons coverage favors young white women while urging regional outlets to help broader cases. Another letter praises Dan Pippin's coaching at South Aiken High School, defending his work ethic, injury challenges, and leadership from a retiree.
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Aiken
Dan Pippin
South Aiken High School
South Aiken
Pippin
Coach Pippin
South Afrien
Bill Gassman
South Aikien High School
DeMint Stands for South Carolina Values Campaign Message
Citizens weigh endorsements and criticisms as South Carolina voters approach the upcoming election. Supporters praise Jim DeMint for conservative leadership and small business values while opponents cite heavy national funding and independence concerns. The letter writer urges backing DeMint, praising his stance on taxes, security, and reduced bureaucracy.
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Ernest Hollings
Jim DeMint
National Democratic Party
Jim
Senate
Kennedys
Daschles
Kerrys
Lindsay Graham
Mark Sanford
DeMint Proposes Fair Tax Vision in Senate Race
The piece frames U.S. Congressman Jim DeMint as backing HR25 the Fair Tax Act to replace the federal income tax with a national 20 to 23 percent sales tax. It notes his conservative stance opposing tax increases and argues the current system is socialist and flawed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
U.S
Jim DeMint
U.S. Senate
DeMint
Congress
South Carolina
Washington
Kerry attacks spark veterans clash over Vietnam legacy
The article notes criticisms of Senator Kerry by fellow Vietnam veterans while defending his stance on the war and veterans benefits. It argues Vietnam veterans should not speak for all vets and challenges the president’s combat record and National Guard service.
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Kerry
Vietnam
Vietnam Memorial
Washington, D.C
National Guard
Vote Against School Board Members in Aiken County
Aiken County resident Charles D. Goodwin urges voters to back all challengers in the upcoming November 2 election. He criticizes two long-serving incumbents as stale and calls for new ideas and stronger financial stewardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiken County
Aiken
Charles D. Goodwin
Vote for Giddings for School Board
A letter urging support for Diane Giddings in the Aiken County School Board race. The author contrasts long time insider John Bradley with outsiders and promotes Giddings as the advocate for parents, teachers and children. The endorsement notes Giddings has resided in the area for over 30 years and urges voting on Tuesday November 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bradley
Diane Giddings
Aiken County
Alison W. Buchanan
Aiken
Legislators Debate Medical Law Wording
Readers critique a 2004 article by Jeremy on why lawmakers enact flawed medical regulations. The letter argues legislative drafting errors hinder effective health policy and patient care.
Change in presidency urged for four more years
The text advocates voting for Bush by discounting Iraq invasion justifications and denouncing deficits debt recession and policy failures. It argues a change in the presidency is needed to avoid repeating current choices and cabinet outcomes.
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Bush
Iraq
United Nations
Saddam
America
Hamby Would Put Morality in Senate
A reader recalls meeting Bernie Hamby eight years ago at a New Ellenton church where he spoke on his prison ministry at McCormick County Correctional Institute. The author describes Bernie’s tears and deep compassion for inmates, families, and victims, and notes attending his Monday night ministry at MCCI since then from 6 to 7 30.
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Christ
Bernie
S.C
Senate
Bernie Hamby
Jennifer Jeancake Aiken
New Ellenton
McCormick County Correctional Institute
Mcci
Diane Giddings Seeks Aiken County School Board Seat
Parents and taxpayers in District 8 urged to elect Diane Giddings to the Aiken County School Board. The appeal emphasizes returning to basics, safer schools, fair discipline, and listening to teachers and parents while scrutinizing spending. Richard A. DeBrosseendorses the candidate.
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Giddings
Diane Giddings
Aiken County
Aiken County School Board District 8
Richard A. DeBrosse
Aiken
Taxpayer Criticizes School Taxes in Aiken County
A local resident laments high school taxes in Aiken County and criticizes John Bradley for justifying increases by comparing with neighboring districts. Retired and on fixed income, the writer cites a 15 mill rise and argues the school system already consumes a large share of car and property taxes, calling for votes against further increases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bradley
Aiken County
Diane Giddings
VFW Committee Endorses Jim DeMint for Senate
In the October 2004 VFW magazine the VFW Political Action Committee endorsed Jim DeMint for the United States Senate after evaluating veterans rights defense, and related issues. The author praises the committee’s work and supports the endorsement.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Magazine
VFW Political Action Committee
Jim DeMint
Senate
United States
United States Senate
Incumbents Endorsement for Aiken County Board of Education
Bill Gallman urges voters to reelect Dr. John Bradley John Brown Nick Flouras and Jack Hunter to the Aiken County Public Schools Board. He cites student progress low property taxes strong teacher salaries and cooperative board governance while defending Bradley against negative comments and stressing ongoing service to the district.
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Aiken County
Board of Education
South Carolina
John Bradley
John Brown
Nick Flouras
Jack Hunter
John
Bill Gallman
Aiken
Elect Roach for College Acres Commissioner
Voters in College Acres go to the polls on November 2 to choose a new commissioner. Stephen L. Roach, born and raised in College Acres, has 19 years with the City of Aiken and a decade in Ram Solid Waste Operations. He now seeks the College Acres post, citing experience in garbage and yard waste services.
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American Medical Association
Mike Hardwick Aiken
College Acres
Stephen L. Roach
City of
Aiken
Ram Solid Waste Operations
Three Rivers Solid Waste Authority
Stephen Roach
More Letters to the Editor on Page 14A
A continuation of reader opinions appears on page 14A with additional correspondence. The section showcases varied viewpoints on local issues and community concerns.
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Tamika Huston
Spartanburg
Laci Peterson
Lori Hacking
Chandra Levy
Brooke Wilberger
Dru Sjodin
Tamika
Robert G. Gossett
Graniteville
South Africn
George W. Bush
Jeremy
Hamby
VFW
Elect Roach
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