Editor, You may recall the U.S. Navy successfully shooting down a disabled spy satellite over the Pacific Ocean a week ago. Defense Secretary Robert Gates said publicly that this test proved our country's missile defense system works, and that the operation "speaks for itself.
Editor, This letter is in response to Jamie Koch's comments published in the Daily Lobo on Monday in the story regarding the controversy over Aramark's food contract with UNM. From the comments, it is easy to pick out verbiage which reflects Koch's political past.
Editor, I want to correct a statistical error in Alberto Belmares' letter in Monday's Daily Lobo. I just looked at the 2007 U.S. Census that he quotes. It is not that 13 percent of the college degrees went to Hispanics but 13 percent of Hispanics have college degrees, compared to 29 percent nationwide.
Editor, As a student and an employee of Aramark at La Posada, it is interesting to me how vitriolic some people can become when the subject is their belly. First, facts, my fellow students. After all, that is why we are here, is it not, to be buried under all the tired old facts that keep this white man's institution afloat? Sonic is the one food concession that has no connection to Aramark.
Editor, Joachim L. Oberst's diatribe in Thursday's Daily Lobo is the typical drivel of the hate-Bush people. Not until the last sentence of the fifth paragraph does he say anything that gives us an inkling of the issue - "a genocidal war based on blatant lies.
Editor, There must be a typo in the article, "University unveils diversity plan," published in the Daily Lobo on Thursday. The article quotes the U.S. Census and states, "Hispanics make up the largest ethnic group in New Mexico - 45 percent of the population.
Editor, After reading Joachim Oberst's letter in Thursday's Daily Lobo, I can only assume his faith is one of hate and malice toward those who do not share his views. He is a stated instructor at UNM, but of what? Ten Ways to Bash Christianity? Here is a man who has complained about everything about the legitimate and legal presidency of President Bush.
Editor, My dad was a referee throughout my childhood. I've heard rabid fans call him names that I wouldn't call my worst enemy. Because of that, I'm the last person to point a finger at an official for error or bias, as I know the kind of pressure they're under.
Editor, We've established it. Aramark's contract is up for renewal, and students are working to create new, healthier food options on campus. What appalls students so much is that it's the only food we have here and - my gosh - we eat the same food prisoners do.
Editor, Let the article in Wednesday's Daily Lobo be a rally call for all of us who want healthier lungs and are allergic to second-hand smoke. At least 80 percent of Lobos stay away from tobacco. UNM President David Schmidly should take steps to improve the lives of all visitors to our beautiful campus.
Editor, The new password policy implemented recently by ITS requiring users to change their password every six months is outmoded and will actually decrease security. It may have been useful many years ago when people still used mainframes and there was actually a credible threat to the mainframe being hacked through a user account.
Editor, We live in dire straits. The average American must feel sorry and pity the nation. Today, not even the most stubborn patriot can muscle up enough impertinence to claim against all odds that we live in formidable times. Too many illusions have been destroyed during George Bush's illegitimate and criminal presidency.
Editor, Eat on campus? No thanks. Since last semester, I have been reading in the Daily Lobo about the controversy over food on campus. The article in Monday's edition on the renewal of the contract of UNM's food service provider, Aramark, made me sick to my stomach.
Editor, I read the UNM Daily Lobo Spotlight in Tuesday's edition and I realized how irrelevant the whole thing is. The questions directed to the students are basic and so are the curt replies. For example, Paul Baker was asked, "Where are you from?" The reply was simply, "I'm from Texas.
Editor, The media has the responsibility of framing a message after taking into account all sides of an issue. The coverage pertaining to the current food-service provider is no exception. There are issues with the food being provided in the SUB and other dining options.
Editor, As a young organic farmer in Albuquerque's South Valley, I am impressed with the strong leadership that UNM's Sustainability Studies Program has demonstrated with regard to healthy, sustainable and local food. Three of this program's numerous accomplishments are organizing the first-ever farmers' market on campus, supporting the development of Dragon Farm at South Valley Academy charter high school and initiating a statewide alliance of diverse stakeholders to cut greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture and create a carbon-neutral local food shed.
Editor, In response to the letter by Melanie Unruh published in the Daily Lobo on Wednesday in which she argues against carrying guns on campus, I offer the following for the consideration of readers. First, to carry a concealed firearm on campus is against the law.
Editor, In response to the article titled "On-campus food selection has support of some students" published in the Daily Lobo on Monday, it was encouraging to read Shara Marron's acknowledgement that the University needs to expand the availability of vegetarian and vegan dishes in order to meet student demand.
Editor, I mostly agree with William Bolt's letter published in the Daily Lobo on Thursday in support of Rep. Ron Paul for president. To be honest, I like Paul a lot, and if not for his stance on the military, he might have my vote. However, closing all foreign military bases is a very bad idea.
Dear Dr. Peg, I live with my roommate, Ted. He smokes a lot of pot and regularly uses painkillers and ecstasy. He isn't doing bad in school and is very normal otherwise. Should I help him to quit, or is there anything to worry about? Dear Ted's pal, You are in a tough spot.
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