CHRIS SEGALPerspectives Editor U.S. District Judge Lawrence Karlton ruled recently that the Pledge of Allegiance “violates schoolchildren’s right to be free from a coercive requirement to affirm God.” This ruling puts the case back on track for another round in the Supreme Court. Doctor, attorney and atheist activist Michael Newdow filed multiple lawsuits in 2002 to take the … [Read more...] about Swear allegiance to our flag
Perspectives
Gay marriage legislation
Lisa Cumbie/Art Editor PRO BEN TEXTERContributing Writer Many civilizations of ancient Mesopotamia, classical Greece and pre-Christian Rome adopted relatively tolerant policies toward same-sex relationships. On the other hand, the Roman Empire allowed for a galvanized unpropitious view of homosexuality to surface. In fact, Byzantine emperor Justinian published a law in 529 B.C. … [Read more...] about Gay marriage legislation
Letter to the editor
I am not about to give an unequivocal endorsement of Greek life, and coming from the Greek adviser on campus, that may come as a surprise to some. Last week’s pro-con articles on joining a fraternity or sorority made me reflect on my own experience as a fraternity member at Pepperdine, and the relative wisdom I have accumulated through hindsight and several years as an adviser. … [Read more...] about Letter to the editor
Government intervention threatens liberty
SHANNON KELLYAssistant Perspectives Editor Everyone is yelling back and forth. Conservative guy: “Marriage is traditionally between a man and a woman, and same-sex marriage threatens the sacred institution.” Liberal guy: “Really? Who defines marriage? And why should the state have the right to sanctify a religious institution?” With steam coming out of his ears, conservative … [Read more...] about Government intervention threatens liberty
STAFF EDITORIAL: Pep mysteries no longer secret
Students often hear campus legends regarding everything from reclaimed water to mysterious helicopter pads. The Peppervine has produced a fair amount of this fruit, some true and some false. Freshmen often fall prey to these rumors from early on, believing tales of pure fiction until the day they graduate. We know, because we still believe those tales. And so with pens in hand, … [Read more...] about STAFF EDITORIAL: Pep mysteries no longer secret