In a time of economic uncertainty, it is a bold move for Drexel to continue its aggressive construction plans. Continuing construction is positive in that it encourages growth and development in the face of financial crisis; it keeps people employed and maintains an industry that has no doubt been impacted by the spiraling housing market.
When Israel launched Operation Cast-Lead into Gaza Dec. 27, it of course triggered a worldwide media response. In all of my journalism classes I have been told that in the news a reporter is required to stick to the facts and only the facts, regardless of his or her personal feelings and views.
In the aftermath of Barack Obama's victory and amidst general revulsion at the havoc wrought by the Bush administration and the toxic brew of Reaganite and Fundamentalist conservatism that has become the Republican Party, there is much concern in the press about a coming generation in the wilderness for the GOP.
I wake up to the sound of CNN and fall asleep to the image of Anderson Cooper. I scout the AP News feeds before my lunch break at work and after my third cup of coffee around 3 p.m. What I mean to say, is that I watch, listen to and read the news - often. But still, I find myself wanting more.
