Long-term savings: Lower loan rates could build the workforce
One of the greatest concerns facing college-bound students is whether or not they can afford their education. Tuition has become extremely expensive and in order to alleviate this huge burden, many students utilize student loan programs set up by the federal government. The financial assistance of these programs often has given students the ability to pursue a higher education. This week, the U.S. House of Representatives debated the future of many college-bound students who rely on student loans.
Political medicine: Legislators should consult medical community
Last week, the state House of Representatives passed a bill that would ban assisted suicide in Michigan if signed by Gov. Engler. Passing by a margin of 66 to 40, the bill entails criminal penalties for anyone found helping to end the life of another. Though the state Legislature has displayed its disapproval of assisted suicide through last week's vote, the final assessment of the issue and its medical and ethical implications should not come from politicians - a group ignorant of the medical causes that motivate the terminally ill to seek help in ending their lives.
You don't need to relate to art in order to simply respect it
Americans flat-out do not get art. We don't care one iota for creativity unless you can sell it; our ability to appreciate art ends at the dollar signs. Artists who live among us are outsiders. We only take them seriously if we think we can exploit them or because of a cultural bias that tells us anyone with that much weird stuff floating around in their head could be brilliant but most likely is criminally insane.
03-20-98
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