Opinions

Rec. center in question

By Chris Hoitash · Sunday, Oct. 16, 2011

Ben Franklin said two things in life are certain, death and taxes. Unfortunately, he seems only half right these days.

US should send astronaut to Mars

By Neil Weinberg · Sunday, Oct. 16, 2011

Five decades ago, the Soviet Union sent a man into space. The United States countered twelve years later by putting footprints on the moon.

Protests need an ally

By Clement Daly · Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2011

The Occupy Wall Street protests have entered their fourth week, testifying to the deep-rooted hatred in the American working class for the country’s financial aristocracy.

Right-to-work wrong way to go

By James Tatum · Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2011

This week I was somewhat dismayed by the items I saw on the Michigan Legislature’s agenda. They obviously didn’t follow the instructions in my column last week on repairing the economy.

Raise androgynous kids

By Silvana Taylor · Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2011

Can boys play with dolls and girls like math? From the time we are born, we are all assigned certain roles and expectations based on our genders.

EMU's ban on medical marijuana: a repeat in history

By Patrick Seick · Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011

From 1920-1933, the United States instituted a prohibition on the sale, manufacture and transportation of alcohol.

EMU's ban on medical marijuana: is the right thing to do

By Silvana Taylor · Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011

At first glance, Eastern Michigan University’s ban of medicinal marijuana on campus might appear to be unfairly opposing the general public of Michigan.

Calm down, Obama won't kill you

By Neil Weinberg · Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011

It’s not unreasonable to ask a few questions about President Obama authorizing a drone strike that killed American-born Al Qaeda leader Anwar al-Awlaki in Yemen on Sept.30.

Arab-Jewish goal?

By Clement Daly · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011

On September 23, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas requested recognition from the United Nations General Assembly for a Palestinian state.

Netflix will improve

By Jerome Stuart Nichols · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011

I have always loved Netflix. I think the company is one of the greatest technological success stories in history.

Abolish state income tax

By James Tatum · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011

“China is Michigan’s third-biggest export market after Canada and Mexico…” reported the Detroit News, commenting on Gov.

The easy solution is rarely the right one. Some people don’t like to admit they’re wrong. If someone drove his or her wagon into a swamp, rather than face the arduous task of cajoling the critters to back it out, or to get out themselves and pull, they might just abandon the wagon.

Buffet's article starts class war

By Patrick Seick · Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011

On Aug. 14, 2011, billionaire Warren Buffett published a controversial opinions editorial in a New York Times articulating why he believes Congress is “billionaire friendly” and hypocritical when it calls for “shared sacrifice.” A firestorm of arguments ensued after the logical article, but now Buffett finds himself back in the news for being an instigator in the class war. President Obama is now backing the Buffett Rule: a new proposal that those with incomes in excess of 1 million dollars should pay at least the same federal tax rate as middle-income tax payers.

Writing off the identity vote

By Neil Weinberg · Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011

If you haven’t heard, identity politics are in. In the last two weeks or so, Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain announced he could win one third of the black vote.

Online courses not all great

By Silvana Taylor · Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011

At first glance, online college courses might seem like a great idea due to convenience, efficiency and communication that extends beyond the classroom.

'Fairtax' a far cry from fair

By James Tatum · Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011

As a rule of thumb, economists usually insist that a tax system is equitable, feasible, easy to collect and fair.

Nirvana's birthday's time to remember the grunge

By Jesse Peck · Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011

Listening to progressive metal got me thinking it’s too bad people didn’t have this 15 or 20 years ago.

Wealth distribution remains unbalanced

By Patrick Seick · Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011

In 2008, Barack Hussein Obama, a black man – half-black for those who wish to make the distinction – was voted president of the United States.

Diversifying to help state

By Chris Hoitash · Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011

Though the automotive industry has taken a heavy hit in Michigan, some still believe it can be revitalized. An AnnArbor.com article states that “the tubular parts manufacturer that acquired Ypsilanti’s former Ford plant is still seeking contracts with major automakers before ramping up production at the renovated site.

Fixing the economy in 601 words

By Neil Weinberg · Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011

Spend $447 billion, cut $1.5 trillion. Not enough, too much. Those four phrases are all over the news lately as the president and his Republican counterparts try to get the economy going while cutting the deficit at the same time.

Latest Podcast

Introducing The Eastern Echo’s newest event and news based podcast, Scoop on the Scene. These weekly episodes will be hosted by the organization’s Digital Editor, Julez DeShetler. She intends to bring awareness to the events happening on an around campus to Echo listeners.

DeShetler’s goal with the podcast is to encourage students and community members to get involved in an educated, safe and fun manner. She will list various events to choose from in addition to sharing the key details of said events.

These podcasts can be expected to come out near the weekends and be no longer than 10-15 minutes.

For the week of Sept. 14 to Sept. 20, DeShetler includes events such as sports, a pub crawl, yoga, a movie in the park, Study Abroad Fair and training sessions.

Be sure to tune in weekly to stay up to date on all the Eastern Michigan and Ypsilanti amusement!

Listen to this week’s episode here:

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