Spring Break
Suppose you're 21 years old. You and a friend want to go to the grocery store to pick up a couple of items - some bread, some cheese, a little bit of fruit and maybe a six-pack for the weekend. Better make sure that friend is also 21; otherwise, you might not be able to buy the beer. (9) comments
As public school children and government employees enjoy today off, fewer and fewer states around the nation are "celebrating" Columbus Day. Though Columbus Day - which marks the anniversary of Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas - is a symbol of pride for some (namely Italian-Americans), for many more it is a symbol of violence, anger and shame. (4) comments
In a representative government, the purpose of politicians is to represent the people. We elect politicians to office because we feel that they are the best people to represent our political beliefs. But the question is, how are they going to represent the people when they will not tell them what they stand for? This election has demonstrated the extent to which politicians will mask their true intentions for the sake of gaining a few extra votes. (8) comments
It's been two years and I still don't know what the deal is with that red window in the ITE building. To the kid that everyone heard about through the bus intercoms Friday morning around 9, I'm glad UConn's transportation system got permission to bring you to the Infirmary, and I hope your ankle is feeling better. (0) comments