2008 Woodie Awards
Represent yourself
Muhlenberg Weekly Executive Board
Issue date: 2/21/08 Section: Op/Ed
It seems quite funny to us that we are writing yet another editorial on the issue of change, but it is an election year. Usually, change is quite a big issue. Nationally, and here at the College, elections are currently taking place. The Berg is seeking to elect a new Student Body President, and there are three candidates vying for support. Traditionally, the Weekly supports one candidate for President and lists all the reasons why they should win. We feel however, that that would merely be another form of propaganda. The students are already being swayed by a million outside sources, so why should we add our opinion to the mix?
Hit with platforms for change from all sides, it is easy for us all to become lost in a sea of promises and proposals. Choosing a representative can be daunting, as there are so many questions that need answering. One of the most important questions is, who can actually morph their promises into a reality on this campus? After reading and discussing the candidates' different platforms, we were immediately drawn to the ones with specifics. Abstract ideas of togetherness and strength in numbers could easily be skimmed over, while the realistic and simple plans were the easiest to latch on to.
Persuasion is key to any election. Who our friends support impact us possibly more than the debates themselves. We have a lot in common with our friends, so why should we fail to take their opinions into consideration? What we hear "on the streets," so to speak, tends to influence us a bit more than it probably should. So, try to listen for what's best in your opinion. In the end, it's not our job to tell you to vote for someone. It's something you must decide for yourself.
Think about what you believe would personally make this campus better. As students, we have more power than we think. This college is here for us and it is what we make of it. If there is something you want to see happen, say a coffee cart in the library, for example, propose it. You may be surprised to know who is listening. Ultimately, the race comes down to which candiate will represent all our individual voices and it is up to you to decide who is the best person for the job.
Hit with platforms for change from all sides, it is easy for us all to become lost in a sea of promises and proposals. Choosing a representative can be daunting, as there are so many questions that need answering. One of the most important questions is, who can actually morph their promises into a reality on this campus? After reading and discussing the candidates' different platforms, we were immediately drawn to the ones with specifics. Abstract ideas of togetherness and strength in numbers could easily be skimmed over, while the realistic and simple plans were the easiest to latch on to.
Persuasion is key to any election. Who our friends support impact us possibly more than the debates themselves. We have a lot in common with our friends, so why should we fail to take their opinions into consideration? What we hear "on the streets," so to speak, tends to influence us a bit more than it probably should. So, try to listen for what's best in your opinion. In the end, it's not our job to tell you to vote for someone. It's something you must decide for yourself.
Think about what you believe would personally make this campus better. As students, we have more power than we think. This college is here for us and it is what we make of it. If there is something you want to see happen, say a coffee cart in the library, for example, propose it. You may be surprised to know who is listening. Ultimately, the race comes down to which candiate will represent all our individual voices and it is up to you to decide who is the best person for the job.