U.S. Constitution Day, Election Forum
Humberto Mendez
October 31, 2008
During student activity hour on Oct. 16, tables along the new quad were set up for the Democrats, Republicans and independent candidate(s) Ralph Nader (and La Rouche). The “U.S. Constitution Day and 2008 Election Forum” event was taking place in the grass area. Introduced by Prof. Richard... Read more »
Liberals At SMC: Donkeys Or Asses?
David Kohan
October 31, 2008
The complexities of political resolutions, mixed with unrealistic expectations and political expediency naturally require dissenting views to prevent costly mistakes. There have been disastrous consequences when dissent was silenced and political expedience won. Toleration of different ideas is one of... Read more »
Poison Oak Haunted House brings the Fear
Lisa Topiol
October 31, 2008
Most people are skeptical of haunted houses set up around Halloween time. These places are usually set up with props that can be bought at local costume stores and there is the use of generic playlists that include zombies moaning, chains being dragged and sudden piercing screams. Usually haunted houses... Read more »
AIDS Foundation’s 15th Annual Dream Halloween
Marisa Bojiuc
October 31, 2008
AIDS is Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. It may well be the deadliest word in our vocabulary today, affecting more than 40 million people, two million of whom are children. Many people can go on as long as 10 years not knowing they have AIDS. Children Affected by Aids Foundation hosted “Dream... Read more »
A Hal-LAGO-Ween Good Time
Lisa Anderson
October 31, 2008
In the heart of Santa Monica’s infamous promenade is Locanda Del Lago, a restaurant with class, but more importantly, with delicious food. They are currently, for the limited time until Oct. 31, offering a creative Halloween-themed menu. Paired with the “creepy cocktails” the restaurant... Read more »
A Refugee Camp In The Heart Of The City
Teddy Leshnick
October 31, 2008
For the 42 million refugees, life isn’t easy. Their lives are truly a daily struggle for survival teetering between life and death. For a fleeing refugee uprooted because of conflict, nothing is certain. During conflict, some people leave their villages and occupy ones that are abandoned or add... Read more »
An Open Letter to Senator McCain
Dan Laget
October 30, 2008
Dear Senator McCain, I know that you suffered greatly for our country. I cannot imagine how difficult it was living in that hell-hole in Viet Nam. I cannot thank you enough for your sacrifices. You are an American hero. I would go to war to fight, and even die to protect our right to free speech.... Read more »
It’s Not Easy Being Green
Josh Borbeau
October 30, 2008
You know who deserves a big old round of applause? The hard-working cabbies of City Cab Co. and United Independent Taxi Co. of Burbank for going against the grain and going green. According to an article by Bob Pool of the Los Angeles Times, the cab companies of Burbank are promising the city that... Read more »
The Dangers Of Uneducated Voting
Josh White
October 30, 2008
As possibly the most historically significant presidential election in United States history descends upon us, voters have heard arguments and accusations from both sides, some true, some untrue, most being exaggerated truths or scenarios that haven’t been fully explained. After all is said and... Read more »
‘The Future of Food’ In Question
Teddy Leshnick
October 29, 2008
Most people don’t know where the food they eat comes from. Students in the Santa Monica College cafeteria put their dollar in a vending machine, take out a Coke or a bag of Sunchips and assume everything is fine. After watching “The Future of Food” by Deborah Koons at the Santa Monica... Read more »
