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Posted: 10/1/07

Humanity shown after accident

Walking to class Friday morning, I heard something over the din of my headphones, only to turn and see a crowd gathering around a girl who had been hit by a bus at the crosswalk in front of Park Hall. I was amazed at the great humanity of those nearby, as several people quickly came to her aid, calling 911 and holding her head still until help could arrive.

A group of ROTC officers were nearby as well, helping the handful of students attend to the girl. Other students generously consoled the bus driver, very shook up over the incident. The incident left me shocked, but most importantly left me feeling admirable of the kindness and humanity all these strangers exhibited towards those truly in need of some help. Best wishes to all those involved for a speedy recovery.

MATT BERRY
Junior, Marietta
Political Science

Child care issue opens argument

In response to the headline "Take our kids off our hands" in the Sept. 28 edition of The Red & Black, there is plenty of room for debate on the issue of affordable child care on the University campus. Thankfully, you spared us from any meaningful dialogue while informing us of your own opinion on the matter.

To those who see the child care initiative as unnecessary and a "personal responsibility issue," I wonder how you feel about the HOPE Scholarship? Are you consistent in your critique of the "welfare state, as it subsidizes the new SUV your parents bought you?" It would be nice if The Red & Black would promote a more meaningful discussion the day following the rally. However, I understand it lacked the usual drunk, frat boy that you tend to prefer in your coverage.

PETER HOSSLER
Graduate Student, Bloomington, Ind.
Geography

U.S. should not try to satisfy Iran

The Sept. 28 column about Iranian "President" Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's visit to the United States was an admirable stand by the three authors - the leaders of Dawgs for Israel, College Republicans and Young Democrats, respectively.

They stated unassailable truths about totalitarianism. They said the perverse regime in Iran "cannot be appeased, contained, or ignored."

It is tragic that a portion of the University's population will reject their argument. In the past year on this campus we've witnessed "anti-war" protests calling for immediate withdrawl from Iraq and appeasement of Iran's nasty theocracy.

If these protestors get their wish, one thing is certain - the frightening consequences of appeasing the ugliest ideology on the planet for Israel, the U.S. and the world will be on their hands. It is pathetic that some students are so infatuated with third-world totalitarianism and imbued with the rhetoric of genocidal maniacs that they cannot find the strength to defend themselves, the country providing their freedom and security or our democratic ally, Israel.

BRADLEY ALEXANDER
Senior, Macon
Political Science