Retired Air Force Vet Debates U S Powers and Medicare
A Nicetown veteran questions presidential power and treaty signing without Congress. He asks about executive orders selling nuclear arms abroad and calls for limits to prevent dictatorship. He also inquires which doctors accept Medicare as primary insurance and notes difficulty reaching providers.
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Wall Fueled by Policy, Not Immigrant Control
An analysis notes the Berlin Wall was designed to stop citizens of East Germany from leaving rather than to bar illegal migrants. It discusses misperceptions about its purpose and the broader Cold War context.
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Readers Voice Frustration on City Decisions and Lottery Results
Aiken readers question civic leadership on a road and tree issue and seek beef purchase options. The letter mentions national policy debates on Iran and invites readers to call or email the TalkBack line, while listing South Carolina and Georgia lottery numbers for midday and evening draws.
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Salt Waste Facility at SRS Restructures Roles for 2018 Readiness
DOE Savannah River Site SRR and Parsons team to complete Salt Waste Processing Facility by December 2018. SRR will connect the facility to existing liquid waste lines and oversee operations while Parsons leads design and construction. Facility 89 percent complete and on track for May 2016 finish and December 2018 startup.
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Fish Fry fuels Aiken Dems push for mayoral bid
The Aiken County Democratic Party drew over 200 supporters to the Aiken Electric Co oper Community Room for its 13th Annual Fish Fry. Speakers included State Rep. Joe Neal and City Councilwoman Lessie Price, who urged electing Price as mayor amid October to November 3 campaign events. Price highlighted 28 years on council and former status as first woman on the council.
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Neal presses for four year term amid middle class critique
Neal, introduced by State Rep. William Clyburn, argues the American middle class is under siege since 1980 and calls for leadership to address income inequality. He contrasts with long mayoral tenures and says he seeks a four year term to prove his capability.
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USC Aiken Grad to Teach Improv Workshops at URS Center
New York City actor Chris Booth will teach two improv workshops at the URS Center for Performing Arts in Aiken on Saturday, with a Sunday show. Workshops cost 40 dollars and include a ticket to the Sunday performance. Booth, a Valdosta State alum and City Hall cofounder, has appeared on Brain Games and Ultimate Fan Pass.
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Improv Workshops at URS Center Saturday
Improv workshops offered at URS Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday. Sessions run from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. at 126 Newberry Street S.W. The price is $40.
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