Perspectives

Sara Truedson Staff Writer New York State Sen. Carl Kruger told FOX News on Feb. 7 that he will propose a bill that would ban using an iPod, cell phone or and any other electronic devices that are considered to be distractions while crossing streets in all five boroughs of New York City and Buffalo.  The bill would impose a $100 fine and a criminal court summons. In addition, … [Read more...] about Proposed iPod ban jeopardizes civil liberties

Jim CohenStaff Writer With an all-volunteer U.S. military, it seems it would be difficult for a soldier to object serving in combat. After all, every soldier knowingly volunteers to be put in harm’s way. Soldiers know they might have to fight in wars for reasons with which they may disagree. Although some say it is inappropriate for a volunteer soldier to object to fighting in … [Read more...] about Iraq ‘deserter’ a hero for standing up for his beliefs

Marc ChoquettePerspectives Editor While the war in Iraq and the 2008 election dominate media coverage, there is an issue that is not getting the coverage it ought to receive. News outlets have rarely led with the story, and for obvious reasons: The issue is complex, tangible evidence is minimal, and the fact that the number of people involved with the case is staggering: … [Read more...] about Plame, Wilson are victims in CIA case

Melissa GiaimoAssistant Perspectives Editor The unpretentiousness of Malibu surprises visitors anticipating glamour and sophistication. It’s no accident that Malibu is not another glitzy Laguna Beach. Since the first celebrities moved in during the 1930s, the city of Malibu has striven to be a refuge from intense, fashionable Los Angeles. But almost 80 years later, it may be … [Read more...] about Small-growth hurts small-town feeling and local business

Mia SullivanStaff Writer The United Nations recently came out with a report stating that human activity is causing global warming. “Our use of fossil fuels like oil and gas, our agricultural activities, and the other ways we exploit our planet have all produced heat-trapping greenhouse gases.” Supposed facts contained in this report, however, contradict its premise. For … [Read more...] about Global warming overblown