Perspectives

From the beginning of my American education I learned the rights afforded to me by the U.S. Constitution. The first in my family to have these rights by birth I consider myself Palestinian by blood and American by the First Amendment.On Feb. 8 eight UC Irvine students and three UC Riverside students were arrested for disrupting a UCI-sponsored speech by Michael Oren the Israeli … [Read more...] about UCI students protest human rights abuses

In recent days some leading members of the GOP have engaged themselves in overly harsh and unproductive criticism of the Democratic Party. Their latest contentions include protesting the upcoming civilian trial of a known terrorist and questioning the validity of global warming due to snow.Eric Holder is the first black attorney general of the United States. He is responsible … [Read more...] about Common sense must override party politics

It's never been popular to like big business. People debate whether government is too small or too big but they can generally agree on preferring small business. Big business it's thought knows how to play the game too well. It's either in bed with government working tirelessly to destroy or absorb small businesses or out to swindle and manipulate the average consumer. The … [Read more...] about Become 'Berry Fulfilled' by corporate America

Lawmakers in Washington riding a strong impetus from the Obama administration will soon convene to discuss a ban on junk foods— including various sugary beverages fatty foods and candy— in America's schools. In place of barred foods and beverages schools would be required to offer nutritious alternatives. The envisioned legislation coincides with first lady Michelle … [Read more...] about Childhood obesity crisis urges action

In today's politically contentious world nearly every issue is up for debate— including the hot issue of global warming or climate change. On one side some say global warming is a political scam. According to some members of the other side if we do not do something soon a "Day After Tomorrow"-like Armageddon is in the works. Some believe global warming is a natural cycle … [Read more...] about Stop the debate save the planet