Perspectives

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 A letter to the editor running in this issue suggested that our SGA is merely “powerless and almost a tool of the administration.” Of course, these are some strong accusations. I knew that SGA is there to do something else besides awarding themselves with sweet sweatshirts. A few recent happenings show both success and struggle in a school … [Read more...] about SGA not as powerful as it seems

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

Ashton EllisStaff Writer If the conventional wisdom regarding the 2008 presidential election is accurate, the Iraq war will be over when the next commander in chief takes the oath of office. But the situation with Iran will likely remain. No matter who is calling the shots, though, the next president will face the tough decision of whether to surrender a valuable piece of … [Read more...] about Iran dilemma underscores need for U.S. presence in Middle East

Brian ChatwinStaff Writer The theory of moral relativity is the underlying factor to moral corruption in our society. For those who may not know, moral relativity is the belief that as long as your actions do not affect me in any way you can do as you please. The problem with this theory is that nobody lives in a vacuum, and every action has a reaction that can ripple through … [Read more...] about New scholarship sends students wrong message