Attend any high school and a student would learn that America is a representative republic. Ask any student and they can quote parts of the Gettysburg Address: "We the people...."

But it appears that both government officials and interest groups in the state of Arizona have forgotten what they learned in high school government class.

With the passing of Proposition 200 and similar legislation, we have seen the state, its municipalities, and special interest groups try to thwart the collective will of the people. [Read article]

The best in last week's editorials from college campuses around the nation

Bush needs to carefully select nominees

As the Bush administration prepares for a second term, it is important to draw attention to new possibilities and potential hazards that the appointment process presents. Several key positions within the Bush Cabinet have become available, and others are likely to follow. [Read article]

Realistic movies honor veterans

I couldn't have agreed more with Brett Berry on the issue of war and Veterans Day in general. Being a part of the world's finest Air Force, I can truly say that we need to commemorate the day of the veterans to the fullest. To piggyback on what Mr. Berry wrote in his article titled "Silencing Private Ryan," it really hurts my feelings to know that there are people out there that would commit such an act as to not air movies that consist of wars and tragedies, especially on Veterans Day. [Read article]