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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 2004
Page
15
The editorial urges government openness during Open Government Week, noting past and present back room deals despite a strong Freedom of Information Act. It argues councils should avoid executive sessions except for rare cases and keep the people informed by public debate.
The Aiken Standard confirms its leadership with Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Managing Editor Timothy E. O Briant and other key roles including Arthur T. Zappa Business Manager Ellen C. Priest Circulation Di Scot Newcom Systems Manager J David Boyd and Letitia Jefferson.
South Carolina marks Open Government Week stressing public access to records and meetings. The Freedom of Information Act limits closed government actions, with courts affirming that openness improves fairness and accountability.
A writer visits San Antonio noting its growth and preserved roots. The River Walk attracts millions with barges, markets, and cultural blends, while city politics and local issues like Edwards Aquifer water quality and a mayoral dispute stray in the paper. Community letters reference VFW calendars and local memory, ending with contact details for the columnist.
The letter argues President Bush uses foreign policy to fight terror and claims John Kerry would weaken military and intelligence programs. It cites Kerry votes to cut defense spending and oppose key military initiatives, contrasting with Bush's approach and urging voters to compare records before November.
The Aiken Standard requests brief letters on issues of interest. Include signature, mailing address, and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. Letters may be edited and condensed. Mail to Letters to the Editor, P O Box 456, Aiken SC 29802 or fax to 803-648-6052.
Sheriff Ron McNesby recalls extensive flood and wind damage from Hurricane Ivan in Pensacola Florida. He notes houses with interiors emptied on one side as if a heavy wave washed through, scattering belongings.
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