The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

Opinion

ID bill would prevent voter fraud

By By Jeffrey Jenkins February 4, 2009

Utah Legislators would do well to realize the benefits of this bill. It is protecting the reliability of the procedure that put them in office in the first place. The Legislature should not allow a dangerous loophole to be taken advantage of before enacting legislation to prevent it.

Wrongful death bill was a Trojan horse

By By Steven Warrick and By Steven Warrick February 4, 2009

Rasmussen wound up his testimony by stating: "Far from being the least offensive bill in Equality Utah's gay rights "initiative,' S.B. 32 is actually the most offensive in our opinion8212;it represents an insidious legal construct in search of a clever cause looking for an existing remedy. In other words, S.B. 32 is not only not needed, it invites legal mischief in areas of marriage and family that most Utahns oppose." As such it is good that the committee rejected the bill.

Disruptive person bill needs definition

February 4, 2009

The bill should also apply only to those beyond the jurisdiction of U discipline. Using a technicality to ban "disruptive" students from campus would be overkill. Student discipline should be dictated by existing laws and U policies.

Snow removal should focus on campus

By By James Sewell February 4, 2009

As the budget crisis gets worse, and it seems likely it will, tough choices have to be made. Will Young and Betz make a small sacrifice for the good of the many? Sure, giving up private residential snow removal won't solve the larger problem the facilities management department is facing, but small symbolic gestures such as this would at least indicate that these men have their priorities straight.

New equipment for private clubs goes too far

By By John Hannon February 3, 2009

What started as a piece of legislation designed to help the private club cause now appears to be imposing more restrictions than before. Moreover, if any version of the electronic ID scanner plan passes, these clubs would be forced to purchase the scanners on their own.

Debt to society better repaid by rehabilitation

By By Spencer Merrick February 3, 2009

Although current youth centers aren't exactly ideal, these programs would be infinitely more effective than imprisonment among experienced adults. To be safe, to curb gang violence and to save at least one life in this scenario, Angilau and other youths like him should receive rehabilitation, not retribution.

Tax credit will benefit students

By By Alan Monsen February 3, 2009

The rally on Friday might have gained a 15-second spot on the nightly news, but it will take more students contacting their representatives via phone, e-mail or in person to bring about any influence.

Legislature takes on top hot-button issues

By By Craig Blake, Opinion Writer February 2, 2009

Now that lawmakers have finally settled this one torturous, hot-button issue, we can move onto the rest of this year's session. I've designed this noteworthy bill guide in order to keep you aware of this year's most contested bills. Never again will you miss out on the drama of water project proportions. Let's get started:

Break down false stereotypes

February 2, 2009

It can be difficult to develop a willingness and interest to hear new ideas, but this Friday, participate in the Jumaa Prayer at the Union. Attending will give a richer and fuller understanding of another culture and the beliefs. We can do our part to break down false stereotypes by investing our time to understanding and relating better to our neighbors.

Students should be involved in active protest

February 1, 2009

Don't want unsightly oil pumps giving you the bird through the Delicate Arch? Follow DeChristopher's lead and bid on the land. Don't fall prey to unfair laws, or those in power who break just laws without consequence. Don't allow yourself to think that anything you do will not change anything, and never count on someone else to fix what is broken.

Comments (0)

The Daily Utah Chronicle welcomes comments from our community. However, the Daily Utah Chronicle reserves the right to accept or deny user comments. A comment may be denied or removed if any of its content meets one or more of the following criteria: obscenity, profanity, racism, sexism, or hateful content; threats or encouragement of violent or illegal behavior; excessively long, off-topic or repetitive content; the use of threatening language or personal attacks against Chronicle members; posts violating copyright or trademark law; and advertisement or promotion of products, services, entities or individuals. Users who habitually post comments that must be removed may be blocked from commenting. In the case of duplicate or near-identical comments by the same user, only the first submission will be accepted. This includes comments posted across multiple articles. You can read more about our comment policy at https://dailyutahchronicle.com/comment-faqs/.
All The Daily Utah Chronicle Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest