Thought for today by Katharine Gerould
A reflective aphorism on how compliments elevate, while stating that being told one is delightful enhances charm and being told one is angry amplifies anger. The quote explores human perception and reaction to praise and reproach.
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Katharine Fullerton Gerould
Time to register to vote and cast ballots in November
Editorial urges South Carolinians to register by October 7 and vote on November 7. It argues polling is unreliable, stresses civic duty, and encourages participation in local and state elections including Aiken County sales tax, school boards, and state legislatures. It warns apathy harms government and highlights informed voters as watchdogs.
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New UN report highlights gender inequality and development gains
The United Nations Population Fund releases Lives Together, Worlds Apart: Men and Women in a Time of Change, identifying reproductive health care HIV/AIDS gender-based violence and women’s rights as core issues. It emphasizes that educating girls boosts development and notes funding gaps hindering progress.
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Standard Editor Jeffrey Wallace and Ellen Priest Named
Jeffrey B. Wallace is listed as editor with Ellen Priest serving as business manager in the standard staff credit. The notice confirms their roles without further details.
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True Public Servant Sen Tommy Moore Receives Honors
A letter from a longtime South Carolina resident praises Sen Tommy Moore of Clearwater for 21 years of public service and accessibility. The writer credits Moore and his staff with helping needy locals with housing medical care and emergency aid. The note also discusses Red Cross blood services and urges boiler safety legislation in South Carolina.
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Aiken Standard Seeks Brief Letters to the Editor
The Aiken Standard invites readers to send Letters to the Editor with signature, mailing address, and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. Editing and condensing may occur. address letters to Letters to the Editor PO Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 or email and phone details as provided.
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Opinion roundup spans Wen Ho Lee to air rage
A batch of opinions critiques Wen Ho Lee mishandling and racism concerns, Raducan drug case nuances, NBC Sports leadership, presidential debate aesthetics, and Southwest Airlines air rage incident with calls for train ing and gentler passenger management.
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