Perspectives

Ruling in favor of the school district could lead to slippery slope of lost rights and increased risk of censorship. Airan ScrubyEditor in Chief As the Supreme Court reviews the case of one Alaskan high schooler who says his right to free speech was violated by his principle, one of Pepperdine’s own will be waiting anxiously for a ruling. School of Law Dean Ken Starr acted as … [Read more...] about Pro-Con: Supreme Court hears ‘Bong Hits’ case

Sara TruedsonStaff Writer John Edwards, Democratic presidential hopeful, hit one of his first potential snags in the developing presidential race. After a fairly quiet 2006, Edwards embarked on a massive effort at shoring up his base by hitting the campaign trail in early 2007. His major goal this year was supposedly to maintain his position in the top-tier of Democratic … [Read more...] about Unfortunate turn hurts and helps Edwards

Melissa GiaimoAssistant Perspectives Editor Considering that Malibu traffic does not show signs of lightening up, at least drivers can drive a more beautiful and safe Pacific Coast Highway thanks to the work of the Malibu Green Machine. The non-profit volunteer organization hopes to bring back the neighborhood charm of Malibu by beautifying the medians of PCH along with other … [Read more...] about Machine looks to add some green to Malibu

Christopher BarlowContributor Those who defend and uphold a traditional view of homosexuality as contrary to God’s will are frequently framed as unloving, old-fashioned, uninformed and even spiritually violent. Arguments in all camps are well-known and numerous, but there is something at the heart of this debate. One central problem of special concern for people who call … [Read more...] about Scripture regards homosexuality as wrong

Staff Editorial Vance Walberg likes to use the acronym AASAA to describe his up-tempo style of offense: Attack, Attack, Skip, Attack, Attack. Despite a disappointing 8-23 record, the Pepperdine men’s basketball team did what the first-year coach preached all season. They attacked. When they were down by more than 20, they attacked. When they were left with as many bench players … [Read more...] about Pep basketball on path to success