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Scientology's wild claims no stranger than those of major religions
I was in Germany a few weeks ago, channel surfing in a hotel room, recovering from a tiring travel day.
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Just judgment
A lot has changed since the 1960s. The physical face of our entire country has been altered. So have our minds.
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SN article needs unbiased details
In response to the article ("Mich. bills might alter alcohol sales" SN 6/21), the author needs to be a bit more thorough in their fact checking. House Bill 4959 and Senate Bill 600 only disallow online orders and direct shipping from wine makers but not from retail outlets.
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Rep. selfish, wrong on Amtrak stance
In the recent article regarding cuts in Amtrak funding ("State proposes Amtrak cuts" SN 6/23), Rep.
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Verbal assault of ELFD uncalled for
I was appalled after reading about the late-night antics of Scott Posthumus, an MSU finance major ("Student arrested for being verbally abusive to firemen" SN 6/23). After leaving a party upon hearing of a fire at his house, he rushed home to verify that his roommates were safe.
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Chopping Amtrak funds isn't answer
I would just to comment on the proposed cuts in Amtrak funding ("State proposes Amtrak cuts" SN 6/23). Personally, I think that the state would do the people of Michigan a great disservice by cutting the funding to the train lines, and by not going far enough in selling off these crumbling assets.
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Court cop-out
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court made two rulings concerning displays of the Ten Commandments within two Kentucky courthouses and then at the Texas Capitol.
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National ID cards a harmful suggestion
Recently, I was made aware that the federal government has passed legislation that will create a national ID card.
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Teach respect
Almost half of Michigan's new teachers leave the profession within five years of when they start.
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Smart 'trak
Some students love Amtrak and use it frequently to get to places such as Chicago. Others, who prefer driving, couldn't care less if it went bankrupt.
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Flag burning offensive, but making it illegal could easily backfire
The U.S. House of Representatives approved a constitutional amendment June 22 that would "prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States." Eight representatives from Michigan voted for the amendment, including Mike Rogers, who represents East Lansing.
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SN unfairly attacks MSU's AOP program
I am writing in regard to the article on the Academic Orientation Program for freshmen, ("Inside orientation" SN 6/16). While it has been a couple years since I have entered Case Hall for an AOP summer, I do know the program and Amy Davis' portrayal of some items are misconstrued. Yes, AOP staff is required to wear a uniform.
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Fox News coverage unbalanced, biased
I have to disagree with the Residence Halls Association's decision to cut The New York Times in favor of Fox News ("Fox News, ESPN 2 added to campus TV," SN 6/13). The New York Times brings a balance to cable news (CNN, FOX, MSNBC) by providing in-depth coverage instead of cable's super-quick news bites.
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E.L. should be more friendly to students
As always, I enjoyed the creative twist on reality used by an East Lansing city official ("City: Resident-student affairs damaged by stereotypes" SN 6/21). A response that evoked a simultaneous gag/vomit/laugh reflex from my throat, City Manager Ted Staton, in response to a student saying that the city was trying to push students out of town, said that they have approved one rental/home license and hundreds of new apartment licenses.
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MSU too slow with revoking of degree
As a student seeking a juris doctorate from this institution it offends me deeply that the murderer and Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe's honorary doctorate of law has yet to be revoked by powers that be ("Honorary degree debated" SN 6/9). It is one thing to be wrong and grant such a degree; it is entirely different to continue to stand by this granting.
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High school too severe in 'vandalism' punishment for LBGT allies
Seniors throughout the state have been proudly celebrating the culmination of 12 years of school completed.
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Talk it out
Most problems in the world is essentially caused by miscommunication. Miscommunication often stems from - or leads to - misunderstanding.
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Identity alert
In a trade-based economy, theft is physically limited to what can be carried away from the rightful owner.
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Olin to offer walk-in HIV testing Monday
On Monday, National HIV Testing Day will be commemorated for the second year in a row on MSU's campus.