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Winter 2005 • Volume 11, Issue 1 Political science professors challenge readersWhat a pleasure it was to read the informative exchange on the Electoral College in the recent issue. I’m proud to see my alma mater‘s political science program contributing to the political knowledge of the alumni. Professors Hall and Gill are as eloquent as I remember. Professor Curtis, who arrived following my graduation, appears to live up to the fine tradition of the program. For me, however, the piece also had tremendous sentimental value as it brought back wonderful memories of my Bradley academic experience. It reminded me that it was this political science program that inspired me to Frank Cohen ‘91, I found it curious that Dr. Curtis in his comments solely selects Republican leaders as reasons for the polarized climate in politics. I suggest Dr. Curtis consider that an objective examination of the rhetoric of Nancy Pelosi, Tom Daschle, Ted Kennedy, Bill Clinton, Joe Biden, Dick Durbin and a host of others on the Democratic side of the aisle might shed light on the polarized political climate. Not to mention Joe Lockhart, James Carville, John Sasso, Paul Begala, and Harold Ickes. If steadfastly and effectively advancing a conservative political agenda makes one a polarizing figure and such polarization is to be considered negative, so be it. In this light, Newt Gingrich, Tom Delay, and Trent Lott have my support and kudos. As for the opposition’s opinion, if they chose to demonize these men and their ideas rather than advance their own ideas by intelligent persuasion, an antagonistic climate may be the result. Peter Roberts ’90, Mundelein, IL
Cross stitch kudosWe really enjoyed the counted cross stitch pattern featured in this Hilltopics issue. Is this going to be a series with the other various landmarks at BU like Bradley Hall, etc? We’re very interested. Amy Godsill ’00, Toni Moretto ’91, Peoria, IL Editor’s note: Please visit www.bradley.edu/hilltopics/04fall/campusview/ for a closer view of our cross stitch of Westlake Hall. We do not have plans to publish a series. |
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