Aiken Standard Founded in 1867
The Aiken Standard traces its origins to 1867 with publisher Rhonda Overbey and executive editor John Boyette guiding the newsroom. Holly Kemp serves as news editor, steering local reporting and coverage.
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 2021
Page
9
The Aiken Standard traces its origins to 1867 with publisher Rhonda Overbey and executive editor John Boyette guiding the newsroom. Holly Kemp serves as news editor, steering local reporting and coverage.
The guest editorial questions Attorney General Alan Wilson about pursuing legal challenges to mask mandates in schools and other government actions. It argues for enforcing state law while noting potential lawsuits could curb local and state government overreach, including annexations and FOIA violations.
Marc Thiessen argues the Biden administration chose not to secure Kabul, allowing the Taliban to take control and leaving Americans, Afghan allies, and interpreters exposed. He cites The Washington Post reporting on a Taliban offer to assume security and questions whether McKenzie and Biden refused additional troops. He calls the decision a national disgrace and outlines the resulting casualties.
A reader praises American troops evacuating U.S. citizens and Afghan SIV holders while condemning the administration and senior military leaders for alleged ineptitude. He calls for accountability, resignations, and potential protests from officers if leaders do not act on better recommendations. Ken Gray, Aiken.
The Aiken Standard outlines how to submit letters to the editor including signing, providing a real address and daytime number, and a 500 word limit. Letters require a brief headline, may be edited, and anonymous or organized campaign letters may be rejected. Email to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor RO Box 456 Aiken SC 29801.
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