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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 2004
Page
11
The Aiken NAACP honors 86 years of leadership under Rev. David Walker. The group has advanced voting rights, funding equity for South Carolina schools, workplace anti discrimination, and youth outreach while facing ongoing racism in the 21st century South.
The Aiken Standard lists staff including Publisher Scott B Hunter Editor Jeffrey B Wallace and Managing Editor Timothy E O Briant with reporters Arthur T Zappa Ellen C Priest Phillip Yates Scot Newcom J David Boyd Letitia Jefferson and others at aikenstandard.com.
A reflective quotation from Sherwood Anderson on American loneliness and the hunger for affection and self-acceptance. It analyzes the enduring human need for connection and meaning beyond mere desire.
Aiken resident argues for term limits, criticizing incumbency and power entrenchment in Washington and at local levels. He cites distrust, rising debt, media failings, and erosion of family and moral standards as drivers of reform, praising grassroots action and citing Tom Coburn's race as example.
Commentators urge Kerry to show credibility with specifics on Iraq and policing terrorism while Bush should project restraint and outline winning strategies. Viewers seek clear plans on troop levels, spending, immigration, and reductions in debt as debates begin this Thursday.
A reader rebutts a negative letter about the school board candidate Mr. Plung. The writer praises current leadership, cites rising test scores and recognitions, and urges voters to consider facts and vote for experience and dedication to public schools in Aiken County.
A reader criticizes Aiken Dog Sports for delaying the SAS Police Dog Demonstration by forcing spectators to quarantine pets in cars. They report disappointment, disbelief, and reluctance to attend future events after the last minute rule.
The Aiken Standard invites brief letters to the editor from readers. Include signature, mailing address, and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. Letters may be edited and condensed. Address to Letters to the Editor, P O Box 456, Aiken SC 29802. Email swallace@aikenstandard.com. Fax 803-648-6052.
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