AIRAN SCRUBYNews Assistant Government employee unions currently can use their members’ dues for political contributions to political parties, campaigns or candidates. Government workers who are not union members also pay fees to the unions because the unions negotiate the salaries and benefits of all workers in the field, not just their members. Prop. 75 would require unions … [Read more...] about Must union dues go to politics?
Parties play parental roles on a national level
TROY SENIKStaff Writer In an ideal world, no matter how naturally well-mannered they are, every child should always have two parents to shepherd them through the rigors of life. Think, then, of our two major political parties as fulfilling the same role on a national level. Of course, there will always be some children who need more discipline and guidance than others (I’m … [Read more...] about Parties play parental roles on a national level
Face in the crowd: Ruchika Mohla
KELSEY MAYSLiving Editor Even though she isn’t feeling well, senior Ruchika Mohla is upbeat enough to occasionally slip words like “zesty” and “weak sauce” into her vocabulary. She’s a biology major who occasionally decorates her Lovernich apartment in whatever festivities are the current rage. This past week, Halloween took to the walls with plastic jack-o-lanterns on the … [Read more...] about Face in the crowd: Ruchika Mohla
Women’s lacrosse club sticks it out
DANIELLA BOSIOAssistant Sports Editor The Pepperdine women’s lacrosse team has trained hard during Fall Ball to prepare for a spring season unlike any other. Last month, the Waves traveled to Hawaii to play in a tournament against several worthy opponents. The tournament wass important for the Waves because they are trying to become a Division 1 program, and by playing … [Read more...] about Women’s lacrosse club sticks it out
How much spending power for Gov.?
JANE LEESports Assistant California’s borrowing costs continue to climb, leaving less money to spend on schools, roads and other projects. In response, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is pitching Proposition 76, which would impose new spending controls to get a handle on rising debt. This measure would make major changes to California’s constitution relating to the state budget. … [Read more...] about How much spending power for Gov.?