Heather CloudStaff Writer Theoretically, this election should be an easy win for John Kerry. Almost 2 million jobs have been lost over the past four years and nearly 44 million Americans are still without health insurance. More than $200 billion has been spent on the war in Iraq and $1 trillion is slated to be cut from social security. Many of America’s allies have been … [Read more...] about Kerry must present a clear vision of America
Everyone has to eat: so do it right and go organic
Dan YoderContributing Writer Eating, breathing and sleeping are the pillars of any healthy human life. It puzzles me when people do not place more emphasis on these essentials. However, it’s easy to overlook the importance of the simple things when a term paper is glaring you in the face or significant other “X” has yet to return your telephone call. Furthermore, diet has … [Read more...] about Everyone has to eat: so do it right and go organic
Make a difference and vote
Staff Editorial With only 47 days remaining until Nov. 2, time is running short for Pepperdine students to make sure they will be eligible to vote on Election Day. We’ve all heard that it is important to get out and cast our ballots. But there are innumerable excuses as to why people don’t bother to vote: I don’t know how to register; I don’t have time; I can’t make it to the … [Read more...] about Make a difference and vote
At Pepperdine, forget the Constitution
Melissa OverbeckAssitant Perspectives Editor For generations freedom has been a driving factor in the advancement of the human condition. It is the principle on which our country was founded and a principle that continues to shape our society and culture. It is the right of every man, woman and child to realize his or her dreams without interference or fear — the right of … [Read more...] about At Pepperdine, forget the Constitution
Pepperdine bids farewell to Bright
Jen ClayStaff Writer Pepperdine is mourning the loss of long-time physical education professor Patricia “Patti” Bright, who died Sept. 8 after a battle with heart disease. She was 63. Photo courtesy of pattibright.netBright with her sister Nancy Evans at their yearly trip to a ranch. A University of Southern California graduate, Bright served the Pepperdine community as … [Read more...] about Pepperdine bids farewell to Bright