U.S. to blame for prevalent global anti-U.S. sentiment

Steve Campbell writes "It is now time to show Mr. Annan and the rest of the anti-American world that the United States no longer needs them, as if they ever did."

The U.S. military receives more funding than all the other militaries in the world combined. This is money that could be spent on education, health care, substance abuse treatment/prevention, clean public transportation, libraries, emergency services, etc. [Read article]

Last week, the new student union was "officially" opened with presentations, ribbon cutting and parties. To most students, it was an awkward shortcut to reroute walks in between classes through the "canyon." Seniors have endured union construction for three years and the opening has come just in time for graduation. Dan Adams, director of UA Student Unions, commented last Monday: "It's not just a union, it's a small city." After more than $60 million, 12 million pounds of steel, students now incorporate the 9.3 acre building into their regular lives. So, what do you think of it? [Read article]