Perspectives

Scott WithycombeAssistant Perspectives Editor At press time, pouting Senate Democrats are still holding up the confirmation of Condoleezza Rice. Rice is certainly qualified for the job and will undoubtedly be confirmed and serve the country honorably and effectively. While we wait on the confirmation of the future secretary of state, it seems only appropriate that possible … [Read more...] about Bush needs Bill in Washington

Chris SegalAssistant Perspectives Editor Take a moment and try to name two conservative celebrities. The country is divided when it comes to political affiliations, but outspoken celebrities continually show their support for liberal causes. Why does it seem that most celebrities are democrats? There is a long list of liberal celebrities who have gone on the record speaking for … [Read more...] about The Hollywood lottery encourages liberalism

Mike MastenStaff Writer The scenario has happened to us all. In fact, the regularity of it is actually quite amusing. It’s a late school night, and you are working diligently at whatever your classes demand. You are hungry, but look at the clock and, knowing that the Cafe serves dinner until 7:30, you decide to wait a little longer and eat at 7. Well, sure enough, 7 rolls … [Read more...] about Cafe schedule inhibits academics

Daniel JohnsonArt Editor I have a very distinct fashion sense. I don’t claim to know exactly what looks cool, I have no experience, I have not been to design school, I have never read a fashion magazine and I have never looked at clothes when I see a runway model. But I still claim to have my own unique style that I think is pretty cool, and I have a few suggestions for the … [Read more...] about Hats, fanny packs and clip-ons are still in style

Melissa OverbeckPerspectives Editor When then-Secretary of State Colin Powell declared that the November Ukrainian elections were fraudulent, he helped set off a chain of events that ended in a re-vote and the election of a new, pro-western president. The Secretary’s decision to speak out against the conduct in that election, while well-received by pro-western Ukrainians, was … [Read more...] about Elections must occur, but without criticism