Perspectives

Ashton EllisStaff Writer If you want to do something important, stay out of local government. At least that’s what America’s city councils show citizens as they wage war on the inane in modern life.In a move reminiscent of New York City’s ban on trans fats. Calabasas, Calif. voted recently to prohibit restaurants operating within city limits from providing Styrofoam containers … [Read more...] about Calabasas foam prohibition invasive

SARA TRUEDSONStaff Writer Al Gore announced on Feb. 15 that a series of worldwide concerts to focus on the threat of climate change with an impressive lineup of more than 100 performers, pleasant to all ears, ranging from The Red Hot Chili Peppers to Snoop Dogg to Faith Hill to Bon Jovi. Music has become one of the most powerful tools in reaching the public. The merging of … [Read more...] about Gore’s tour raises global warming awareness

Marc ChoquettePerspectives Editor A revolution is occurring across college campuses everywhere. No, it’s not the revolution your parents dug in the 60s. I’m referring to the Apple revolution— or, “Apple-ution.”It seems Generation Y, as we are called, ushered in this change. College students are seen by many to be the barometers of what is hip these days, which is strange since … [Read more...] about Apple has roped in the iGeneration

Brian ChatwinStaff Writer Regrettably, the 2008 Presidential campaign is underway. Regrettably because for the next 21 months, the American people will be inundated with intense politicking and punditry never before seen in American elections. The Federal Elections Commission estimates that this presidential campaign will run over $1 billion — the longest and most expensive in … [Read more...] about Giuliani’s politics inconsistent with the Republican platform

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