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Obama unqualified for office; McCain lesser of two evils

Editor, I will admit my Aug. 18 anti-Obama letter to the Daily Lobo was superficially worded, and I've reconsidered my political stance a few times since reading the aggressive responses I've received from it. During the initial stages of this presidential race, Obama appealed to me much more than John McCain because his motto is "Change we can believe in.

Question & Answer

The Daily Lobo sat down with Michael Rocca, assistant professor of political science, to discuss the pros and cons of negative ads in political campaigns. Daily Lobo: What is the principle behind negative ads, and do they work? Michael Rocca: Negative advertising works, and that's why candidates use it.

AP Briefs

McCain, Palin stock up on salsa before leaving New Mexico ALBUQUERQUE (AP) - Before leaving New Mexico on Sunday, Republican presidential nominee John McCain and vice presidential running mate Sarah Palin picked up some of the hot stuff. They stopped at El Pinto restaurant in Albuquerque's north valley, shaking hands with customers before McCain bought several bottles of the restaurant's popular salsa for himself and Palin.

On the trail

Presidential candidate John McCain and vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin declared "We must win New Mexico" at the Albuquerque Convention Center on Saturday. More than 6,000 people, including UNM students, packed the stands to get a glimpse of McCain and Palin, the self-proclaimed mavericks in this year's presidential race.

Business event stresses importance of ethics

UNM business students gathered Saturday to compete in the first Anderson Club Challenge. Anderson students competed in four marketing events: strategic, sales, mission statement and sales pitch. "We want to get students involved and let everyone know they are welcome," said Patrick Greenough, president of UNM's chapter of the American Marketing Association.

Media corrupt minds capable of committing violence, murder

Editor, One of my most painful, hazy early childhood memories makes me especially aware of how violent I, or anyone else, can be. I was about 5 years old and in the midst of a temper tantrum when I went to the pantry in our Illinois farm home, and I got a large butcher's knife to frighten, threaten or harm my mother.

Porterie shoulders losses, criticism

As if starting 0-2, throwing two interceptions against Texas A&M and being the scapegoat for sports pundits isn't enough, Lobo quarterback Donovan Porterie still has to fulfill an obligation he has in the locker room. He still has to lead. Compared to last year, when Porterie was 42-of-63 for 532 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions in the first two games, this season, Porterie is a combined 25-of-49 for zero touchdowns, three interceptions and a fumble.

Column: Vote for the world you want to see

When I was a kid, my father volunteered as a precinct captain for the Democratic Party in our neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago.ˇSome of my earliest memories are of tagging along as he went from door to door.ˇHe registered people to vote.ˇIf our neighbors needed absentee ballots, he arranged it.

PBS spotlights College Democrats for documentary

UNM's College Democrats have been thrust into the national spotlight. A film crew for the PBS show "Now with Bill Moyers" followed the group's activities this week for a documentary set to air Oct. 3. PBS is only one of three major news organizations that have taken an interest in the UNM College Democrats this summer, said Kelly Seibert, a student organizer for Rep.

Hot dog vendor clashes with Frontier

When Bob Reilling set up his hot dog stand a few steps from the Frontier Restaurant, he thought only his signature bratwursts would be in hot water. However, Larry Rainosek, founder and manager of the Frontier Restaurant, asked Reilling to relocate his hot dog stand from Cornell Avenue, claiming he was in violation of city law.

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Michelle's take

Michelle Obama visited UNM on Thursday to rally women's support and kick off her 30/30 project. Obama's project aims to register 30,000 New Mexican voters in 30 days. The rally focused on women's issues: Obama said women must work hard between now and election day to come together for change.

Reacquainting with an old opponent

UNM football fans' pigskin parade was spoiled by TCU last week. Saturday, UNM and fans will look for a different outcome. And boy, are they in for a dandy. Although the nickname and colors - Aggies and crimson - are the same as rival NMSU, there is barely a scrap of tradition behind Saturday's marquee match with Texas A&M.

UNM preps for the long road ahead

The UNM volleyball team will rack up some frequent-flyer miles this month. Gearing up for a 12-game road trip, the Lobos will stop in Virginia, Nebraska, Texas, California and Nevada. "We're all excited to pack our bags," senior outside hitter Jeanne Fairchild said.

Abortion may be immoral, but it's a woman's right to choose

Editor, I am writing in response to Benjamin Sanchez's letter on Friday. It seems he is very confused with Sen. Barack Obama's stance on abortion. Fortunately, since I seem to share the same stance, I can shed some light on it. We should all know the old argument that states a woman has the right to do what she wants with her body.

Question of the Week

Who do you think better represents women's issues: Michelle Obama or Cindy McCain? Doug Whalen Senior Biochemistry "Michelle Obama is the better representative. She's vocal. She's out there. She's strong without being unfeminine. I can't say I've ever heard Cindy McCain speak.

Reporters, protesters stripped of their rights at convention

Editor, A protester was arrested Monday heading from the Republican National Convention to the protest outside of the convention center. Her crime? Entering a restricted area between the convention center and the protest area. Why should this action offend citizens of the U.

Schedule shift

Students can expect to see more custodians working during the day due to a schedule change - which decreases custodians' pay - that will require some of them to work during the early morning and business hours instead of late at night. The custodial staff is transitioning to a schedule of 10 hours a day, four days a week.

Issues, not image, should be what campaign is about

Editor, Both Hillary Clinton and Sarah Palin are women political leaders. The commonality between the two ends there. It is important to keep this campaign focused on the critical issues facing this country and how each side plans to tackle these issues. Where does each woman stand on the issues? Palin was elected Alaska's governor a little more than a year and a half ago.