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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 2000
Page
11
An Editorial argues against a November referendum to create a South Carolina Educational Lottery. It warns the plan would expand government and betting culture, divert funds from education, and invite further gambling, urging a no vote and prioritizing budgeting education within existing state funds.
A Fitzgerald quotation warns that reputation comes easily by breaking from the fold and loudly declaring radical or violent views, only to later return to safety. It reflects on social consequence and timing in public perception.
The piece argues education dominates the presidential race as Gore and Bush campaign on schools. It notes federal funding remains under 10 percent, debates on vouchers and testing, and the influence of unions. It critiques the campaign’s miniaturization and calls for broader visions beyond fiscal plans to shape America.
Rotarians and civic groups collected litter along Richland Avenue as part of the Adopt A Highway program. They found 26 dollars seeded along the route, note the broader costs of cleanup and the value of awareness, education, and enforcement to curb littering in South Carolina. Officials cite 70,000 volunteers, 400,000 hours, and 3 million pounds of waste last year, with potential savings of 8.5 million if not for volunteers. Local leaders Hodges and Thomas push for continued cleanup efforts and stricter penalties for littering.
A Wagener meeting sponsored by Churches Together for Kids debated abstinence only sex education. Proponents cited Heritage Committee and state law, while opponents referenced comprehensive programs, Planned Parenthood, and statements by Gov. Bush.
The Aiken Standard invites brief Letters to the Editor. Writers should sign letters, provide a mail address and daytime telephone numbers for verification. Address Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802. Email swallace@duesouth.net. fax 803-648-6052.
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