Brandon Lindstrom
Energy solutions needed despite opposition
I was thinking about our energy situation the other day, and how Republicans seem to be the only ones that are for any solution at all. Let’s review what the Democrats have been against as far as energy solutions, even though they claim to be the party of alternative energy.
Is the lawsuit industry being taken to a whole new level?
Personal responsibility. I’m not sure anybody knows what that means anymore. Placing blame on others when bad things happen seems to be the norm. We see it every day on TV: when something happens, everyone freaks out, looking for someone to blame, regardless if someone is at fault or not.
Freedom, a word that has completely different meanings to different people
Freedom. Such a simple word, yet one that has had such a resounding impact on the world. Wars have been fought over that word, and many men and women have died in the name of freedom. A simple word, yet near impossible to define. How would you define freedom? Does it mean doing whatever you please without anyone stopping you? Does it mean being free to choose your own destiny for yourself? Being able to decide the fate of your pregnancy? Protecting an unborn child’s chance for a free life of its own? Perhaps having the freedom to make something of yourself by starting a small business free from mounds of paperwork and government interference? Whatever your definition of freedom, a small government-as opposed to our newly elected administration and Congress-is a government that will maximize your freedoms.
Conservatives’ policies help the poor
I think there are some serious misconceptions out there about the Republican Party and conservatism. One of the worst misinterpretations of conservative tenants is the perception that we could care less about the poor. Conventional wisdom out there in liberal land tells you that Republicans love stomping on the poor with the proverbial boot of big businesses.
Difference between radical, real change
Change: We’ve heard that word so many times this election we’re ready to puke. Obviously, we need something different from what we currently have, what with a presidential approval in the low 30s and a Congress with an absolutely dismal approval rating of nine percent.
Policy would curb alcohol poisoning
As a senator representing the College of Arts and Science, I want to bring to your attention a policy that Sen. Ryan Stee and I have been pursuing here at SDSU. Last spring, we presented and passed a Students’ Association Senate resolution in support of establishing a Good Samaritan Alcohol Policy (GSAP) on SDSU’s campus.
Palin’s executive experience valid
Who would have thought that a former mayor of a town smaller than Brookings could be on a presidential ticket? John McCain’s selection of Sarah Palin of Alaska surprised everyone, including Palin’s family. She fishes, snowmobiles, has a pilot’s license and hunts.
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