The Bruin Republicans: it conjures up images of right-wing white males meeting secretly to discuss their latest plan for oppressing single mothers and the poor. Not surprisingly, it’s an image Democratic groups, on campus and off, seek to encourage. Read more...

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would it have a substantial impact on students’ experience if ucla were to do away with its free speech zone, Avneet Kaur Fourth-year, Political science “It is definitely a value to have this free speech zone on campus because as such a diverse campus, there are many different views to be expressed, and it is easy to do so at such a central location to campus.” Adam Sheppard Second-year, Mechanical engineering “I think everyone should have the chance to hear other views because college is a time when you decide exactly what you believe. Read more...

Editorial board’s decision skin deep Of the last few editorials written by the editorial board, two issues seem to be emerging. One is that the board is condoning racism, and second, they are using racism as a front to push an agenda. Read more...

Much more to UCLA than fraternities As an alum and an ex-fraternity member (house will remain unknown), I couldn’t agree more with David Burke’s Sept. 27, 2002 column, “Frats not epitome of “˜coolness.'” Everyone wants to belong, be cool, and have the world think you belong to a “hot frat” as an undergrad. Read more...

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When was the last time China, Russia and France all agreed on a topic of international policy? Diplomats and war hawks alike should take notice. Although all three countries have become a nuisance to President Bush’s “we’re going to war” campaign, each has a valid point about impending actions taken in relation to Iraq. Read more...