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DOMESTIC

In Defense of the Antiwar Movement
Danilo Mandic

Mandic applauds a renewed spirit of solidarity in the mass demonstrations against the war in Iraq, answering both conservative and liberal critics.

Taking Responsibility
Bob Nichols
Nichols argues that reflexive finger-pointing at government officials after Hurricane Katrina belies a mistaken role for government in our lives.
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Hiroshima 60 Years Later: Excused but not Justified
Mike Murray
Murray reflects upon the 60th anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bomb. He finds the decision morally troubling, but ultimately concludes that President Truman may be excused from blame for his decision.

Men, Women, or Computers?
Janice Dru

Dru muses about the continued domination of males in the American political system and considers alternatives to the status quo.

CAMPUS
PostHUMous Thoughts: Reflections on a Super-Course
Geoff Benson
Benson recalls on his experience in the Humanities Sequence as a freshman, criticizing its assumptions and lack of closure, and suggests a senior follow-up course as a possible solution.


NEW JERSEY
Vote Forrester for Governor
Dylan Hogarty
Hogarty outlines the case for a vote for Republican Doug Forrester in the upcoming gubernatorial elections, touching on his stance on issues of corruption, tax reform, and education. 1 comment

Vote Corzine for Governor
Frances Schendle

Schendle outlines the case for a vote for Democrat Jon Corzine, reviewing his plans for homeland security, health care, and other issues.

INTERNATIONAL
Gaza Withdrawal: End to the Occupation or Redployment of Forces?
Saed Shonnar

Shonar questions whether the Gaza Strip is free from Israeli control, despite the departure of troops from the territory, and raises issues regarding the West Bank. 1 comment

A Bunche of Possibilities: An American Contribution to UN Reform
Scott Moore

Moore argues that the efforts of Ralph Bunche at the United Nations show what needs to be done within and without the walls of the world’s foremost international organization.

 
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