AIRAN SCRUBY News Assistant Two offshore facilities for the storage and conversion of liquefied natural gas could be moving in to the Pacific Ocean near Malibu and Port Hueneme, Calif. Citizen activists voiced concerns through letter campaigns about these ports because they will be used to store liquefied natural gas, or LNG. The substance can be extremely volatile and … [Read more...] about Gas ports may be added
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Alumna reports to D.C.
SEAN KINERStaff Writer Colleen Graffy is one of many whose interests have changed because of time spent studying abroad. Graffy is one of the few, however, whose experiences in Heidelberg, Germany, led her to the White House. Graffy, a Pepperdine alumna and former director of the Pepperdine London Law program, was recently appointed deputy assistant secretary of state for … [Read more...] about Alumna reports to D.C.
Should parents be notified of abortions?
JESSICA REIMERStaff Writer As political figures battle their stances on numerous issues presented on the special election ballot, Pepperdine students stand divided on the issues as well. Among these issues is Prop. 73, which would require 48-hour notification to a parent or legal guardian prior to an abortion for all dependent girls 17 and younger. Thirty-five states have laws … [Read more...] about Should parents be notified of abortions?
Will teachers find tenure tougher?
BRITANNY PICKENSStaff Writer Proposition 74 includes lengthening teachers’ probationary periods from two years to five years and modifying the dismissal process. Those in support of Prop. 74 said they think it will provide schools with the best teachers and save money and time on dismissing those who are under-qualified. Opponents argue that Prop. 74 will drive teachers away … [Read more...] about Will teachers find tenure tougher?
Must union dues go to politics?
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?