RACHEL JOHNSONPerspectives Assistant With the 1998 impeachment of former President Bill Clinton, many conservative activists became undying allies against his administration and its perceived forceful liberal platform. Trust had been violated, morals had been disregarded, and many felt Clinton’s actions indicated that all Democrats cheapened the value of the law. Ironically, … [Read more...] about Washington morals lack consistency and ethics
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Lawsuit filed over Nano
JIM COHENContributing Writer The release of the iPod Nano was welcomed with rave reviews and sales of more than 1 million units in its first 17 days on the market. The credit card-size music player replaced the iPod Mini. The Nano is smaller, lighter and best of all, it has a color screen. The excitement of Nano users went from elation when ordering their new tech gadget to … [Read more...] about Lawsuit filed over Nano
Parties play parental roles on a national level
TROY SENIKStaff Writer In an ideal world, no matter how naturally well-mannered they are, every child should always have two parents to shepherd them through the rigors of life. Think, then, of our two major political parties as fulfilling the same role on a national level. Of course, there will always be some children who need more discipline and guidance than others (I’m … [Read more...] about Parties play parental roles on a national level
Take time to study philosophy
SHANNON KELLYPerspectives Editor “Ayn Rand isn’t worth your time,” muttered my professor. I gasped. Actually, I let out a borderline scream in the middle of class. Then I covered my mouth with both hands to prevent any other ridiculous noises from escaping. But I was hyperventilating and my nose wasn’t taking in enough air, so I took my hands away from my mouth, allowing “you … [Read more...] about Take time to study philosophy
No excuses: Get out and vote
STAFF EDITORIAL Let’s face it. Pepperdine is not the most politically diverse campus, and consequently, it’s not the most politically active college. However, just because Pepperdine lacks activism does not mean students should not vote in California’s special elections. Only half of qualified voters in the United States go to the polls, according to William Hudson in “American … [Read more...] about No excuses: Get out and vote