By James RiswickOpinions Editor A great push was made for democracy and freedom-loving people everywhere last Tuesday as the population of Iraq cast their votes in that country’s presidential election. An astounding 97.3 percent of the 11.4 million voting-eligible Iraqis flocked to the polls from every corner of the controversial Middle Eastern nation. Yet what is more amazing … [Read more...] about Iraq shows the world how to vote
Perspectives
Road rage runs over the globe
By Karma Christine Salvato Aggressive driving is one thing. Road rage is another. Although there is no national definition for road rage, officials at the Iowa Department of Transportation said that it is “commonly defined as a societal condition where motorists lose their temper in reaction to a traffic disturbance.” The violent criminal behavior associated with road rage is … [Read more...] about Road rage runs over the globe
Con: Sending juveniles to adult prison encourages future crime, does not rehabilitate
By Crystal LuongStaff Writer He is a 13-year-old. He is an impoverished 13-year-old who lives in the inner city. He is an abused 13-year-old whose parents are the epitome of domestic conflict. He is a 13-year-old whose education level is practically non-existent. All his life scenes of violence, hatred and prejudice have surrounded him. He fits the profile of a juvenile … [Read more...] about Con: Sending juveniles to adult prison encourages future crime, does not rehabilitate
Absolut Busted: Pro
Pepperdine’s policy of not disciplining sexual assault victims who are drunk creates an unfair precedent that discourages reporting other injured students.By Andrea BandaAssistant Opinions Editor “The reporting party will not be subject to disciplinary sanction as a result of her or his involvement in the circumstances leading up to the occurrence of a sexual assault … [Read more...] about Absolut Busted: Pro
Japan likes U.S. culture, not attitude
By Toyonori AbeContributing Writer “O’er the land of the free…” When I heard the American national anthem in small, but beautiful Victory Field in Indianapolis, sky dyed a fiery red by the sunset, I was excited that I had arrived in the United States at last. Like many Japanese, I dreamed of living in America for several years. Japan is heavily influenced by American culture, … [Read more...] about Japan likes U.S. culture, not attitude