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Show 4 PACE THE THUNDERBIRD MONDAY OCTOBER 3, 1988 OBJECTIVITY IS MISSING IN THE ROLLBACK ISSUE It .... 4UD Bi& seems that public opinion has turned against the proposed tax initiatives since the issue was last addressed in this space. It seems that, throughout the summer, the collective voice of Utah's citizenry rose in an outcry against the rollback. At least seems that way. At first glance, it would appear that these proposals have lost their entire support base. But a closer look at the issue reveals that supporters of the initiatives are still large in number and perhaps not as sinister as we've been led to believe. The Thunderbird went on the record as opposing the initiatives in January, and by no means have we changed our stance on the issue. But the crusade has reached such mammoth proportions that we fear students and citizens alike have little chance of viewing the issue objectively. The situation was epitomized this week by the fact that several students wearing ribbons in protest of the rollback seemed to know little about the actual origin, intent or purpose of the initiatives. Their protest was hardly a shining example of freedom of expression. Instead, the display was a disturbing example of what sufficient propaganda can do. Another unsettling situation arose this fall at Parent Teacher Association meetings throughout the state. While the PTA took a generous amount of time explaining its opposition to the tax initiatives, proponents of the rollback were denied the right to speak. Such isn't limited to the camp, of course. Those in favor of the initiatives have generated their share of sensational information as well. But the reasons for voting against the initiatives are substantial, indeed; no cover-u- p of this information needs to take place. Opposition to the proposals has grown to the point that one wonders if democracy can truly exist in the situation. Or has the voice of the people been squelched by the power of a relative few? It's because of these concerns that The Thunderbird discusses the other side of the rollback issue for the first time this week. Arguments favoring the initiatives, we feel, are invalid; but their authors believe they have Utah's best interests at heart. Their that's among the proposals at least deserve consideration basics of a democracy. And, of course, we think this objectivity is a step in the right direction. Polls say support for the initiatives is just as strong as that of the opposition. Our news coverage of the initiatives will attempt to reflect this equality, to inform rather than persuade. The Thunderbird opposes the tax initiatives. And we know why we oppose them. We hope the students of SUSC can say the same. 1RAT DepRe55it Dowd THee, '7SiSTrlATTde it (GRAND CWoH? cHo, TtiMS anti-rollba- 1 um) anti-rollba- one-sidedne- ss ugijmi anti-rollba- , HIM Mm HIM iHt bTLUEN NEWS AND VltVVb Oh bOUTHtKN UTAH MATE LOIlEwE CEDAR CliV, U iAH Student leaders prepare for a busy fall 'Access' is a recurring column through which members of the campus community may address themselves to topics of concern andor interest. This week's column is by DARIN BIRD, president of Associated Students of Southern Utah State College. On behalf of the Associated Students of Southern Utah State College, would like to welcome you to SUSC. Many of our officers in student government had the opportunity to stay in Cedar City this summer and complete many campaign promises that were made in the elections last spring. Those fulfilled promises include: the establishment of a physical fitness center on campus with new weight equipment; the strengthening of SUSC's involvement and status in the Utah Student Association; and increased senate input concerning curriculum and faculty evaluations and the Convocation program. In addition to these accomplishments, we are strongly opposing the tax rollback initiatives through n an active campaign on campus. The new Nautilus weight training center, located in the Physical Education Building, will be open to students daiiy from 7 to 1 0 p.m. The center will also offer classes to help students develop a personalized, fitness program. computer-assiste- d Three new computer centers, located in the Library, Business Fuilding and Science Center, will commence opeation soon after classes begin. A total of 90 new Leading Edge AT computers will be in operation. Each center will be complete with Word Perfect and Lotus software and a laser printer for those important projects. The Utah Student Association is the organization that represents the students of Utah at the state legislature, the Governor's office, and with the Board voer-registratio- VOLUME 83, NUMBER 2 Editor Nicole Bonham Associate Editor Lynn Holt Design Editor Danny Stewart Photo Editor Tyler Brown Copy Editor Anne McCloskey Entertainment Editor Garv Ziegier Sports Editor Brent Richey Production Manager Raquel Eves Advertising Manager Helen Mos Faculty Adviser Larry Baker The Thunderbird s published each Monday of the academic year by and for the student body of Southern Utah State College and is not affiliated in any wav with the College's department of communication. The views and opinions expressed in The Thunderbird are the opinions of the publication's individual writers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the institution, faculty, staff or student body in general. The unsigned editorial directly above is the opinion of The Thunderbird as a single entity. Letters to the editor must be typed and include the name and phone number. Only the name will be printed. Names will not be withheld under any circumstances and the editor reserves editing privileges. Letters must be submitted by noon Friday for inclusion in the following edition. The Thunderbird: editorial and advertising offices in SUSC Library 103. Mail at SUSC Box 9384, Cedar City, UT 84720. Phone (801) 7758. of Regents. The governing board of this association is the Utah Council of Student Body Presidents. SUSC has three members on that board. serve as the chairman of the council; Karl Rostron serves as governor of the Utah Intercollegiate Assembly, and Nicki Kapos represents the association as a lobbyist at the state legislature. After attending a leadership conference, the ASSUSC presidency brought back several ideas concerning student services. The first to be implemented will be a free notary public service in the Student Activities office. This year SUSC is facing its greatest challenge ever. The proposed tax initiatives on the November ballot could injure this institution, which has taken 91 years to build. If the initiatives pass, we will all I Officers in student government stayed in Cedar City this summer to complete several campaign promises. be affected. Here at SUSC, we would have to raise tuition by 30 percent. That means students would have to pay about $100 more every quarter that is, of course, if your major survives the cuts, or if you make it through the enrollment caps that may have to be implemented. Altogether about 1 3 percent of what you see around you will have to be eliminated. 'This is where I'm asking for your help. The students of this state can make the difference in this election. Please visit the, student government offices and register to vote. Once again, welcome to SUSC. 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