Wednesday, November 11

Letters

Facts make a case against Schwartz A recent submission by Andrew Jones titled “Bruin Republicans proud of diverse membership” (Viewpoint, Oct. 4) implied that conservatives are thoughtful commentators on issues that affect our society. Read more...



Lawsuit outcome ignores responsibility

This fall, the jury is in and personal responsibility is out. On Oct. 4, a Los Angeles Superior Court awarded an unprecedented $28 billion dollars in punitive damages to Betty Bullock, a 64-year-old woman suffering from lung cancer, who claims Philip Morris failed to warn her of the dangers of smoking. Read more...


Editorial

With the elections less than a month away and a possible war with Iraq looming in the near future, some politicians have begun aligning their policy decisions with public opinion polls rather than sound judgment. Read more...




Identity classes lack diversity

Sadly, here at UCLA, one of the most diverse campuses in the nation, minority-themed classes are devoid of diversity. Queering American History, Social Organization of Black Communities, and Chicana/Chicano Folklore are among the identity-themed classes offered this quarter at UCLA. Read more...