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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 2021
Page
9
Local newspaper the Aiken Standard traces its origins to 1867 with publisher Rhonda Overbey, executive editor John Boyette, and news editor Holly Kemp guiding coverage.
The Index Journal questions vaccine efficacy and mask policies amid rising cases, hospitalizations, and Delta variant spread. It cites July health data showing high unvaccinated rates among cases, hospitalizations, and deaths and argues for masks and boosters while debating state authority and ethics in public health.
Column by Jack DeVine argues the July 1 abandonment of Bagram Airbase near Kabul led to Taliban control, chaotic air evacuations, a deadly ISIS attack, and the loss of 13 American service members, urging reflection on U S military resolve and leadership.
A veteran writer thanks service members for decades of duty in Afghanistan Vietnam Korea and World War II era voices pride in serving the country despite no victory parade He honors over 2300 American lives lost and stresses the value of sacrifice for freedom and liberty expressed by TOM FRANK of Aiken.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with writer address and daytime phone for verification. Do not exceed 500 words and avoid anonymous or pen name submissions. Include a brief headline. publication is discretionary and letters tied to organized campaigns or causes will not be published. Email to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor PO Box 456 Aiken SC 29801.
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