Posted on September 8 at 5:55 p.m.Suggest removal

I would like to say that I was amazed by the lack of "good writing" found in this article, especially noting that it was in the Editor's Notes, but let's face it, I'm not.

There was very little actual research done to refute your own columnist's article. I would be surprised if little more than a skim of a weak google search was done. Comparing military to dorm life is ridiculous. If you had taken the time to speak with any of our active duty members of the armed services, or perhaps even some who are no longer active as an attempt at some research this may have been a completely different article. It wouldn't have taken much, just a walk down to the ROTC buildings and the asking of a few questions. Perhaps you should consider this next time. What you might ask... I don't know... do some research, be a RESPONSIBLE journalist. But what am I saying, and more importantly, why am I bothering?

I don't know where to begin. You attack poor students. Freshmen are required to live on campus. I do not know, nor do I wish to know about your financial circumstances, but 25-32% is quite a bit of money, regardless of who you are.

You attacked your writing staff. However, all the shortcomings you listed in reference to her article were all things that as an Editor, should have been caught and dealt with accordingly in a time appropriate manner (ie before the publishing of the article).

But mostly, I find it absolutely absurd that you attribute the entire movement for gender-blind housing for the sole comfort of "a few homosexual" students. To say that was bigoted and close-minded does not begin to touch on the real issues that I hope some day you will be forced to face.

Yes, Oklahoma tax payers are against this. I am an Oklahoma tax payer, but I am also a contributor to the University of Oklahoma. Do you know what I find offensive? The lack of professionalism to be found anywhere in the Oklahoma Daily, to say nothing for the utter lack of regard, skill, ethical practice, or sense of understanding in regards to responsible journalism. According to your theory, because I am a contributor, I should have an important say about whether or not the entire OU Daily staff is disbanded until people with any sense of, yes I'll say it again, RESPONSIBLE JOURNALISM can be found. And frankly, yes I am one voice. However, I would guarantee that there are hundreds if not thousands of contributors to OU that do not feel the same.

I do not take issue with your opinion, I take issue with your horrible sordid approach.

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Posted on November 12 at 12:23 p.m.Suggest removal

Little WASPy man, do not presume to tell me that you know anything about Emmitt Till or even the issue of racism on such a degree when you can't even get the fact that the men who tortured and KILLED him did not get "away" with life sentences, but however got away scott clean.

Little WASPy man, do not presume to tell me that you know when human life begins since it is an issue that has been debated amongst some of the greatest minds of all times for years, and you, frankly are not one of them.

Little WASPy man, do not presume to tell me that you know what is best for me and MY BODY when the "human" issue does not affect you in any way shape or form.

Little WASPy man, perhaps you should consider doing some legitimate research so you could ... I don't know, actually make some valid arguments instead of outlandish, unfounded, biased comments. Granted that is all you are capable of doing since your white, heterosexual, male class gives you unyielding privilege over others. I feel strongly that you have offended people with your faulty logic, and even more faulty "facts". I strongly feel that you have offended others who have gone through so much in their lives and have had experiences that you will never understand in your privileged little bubble.

Racism, much like abortion, is not something you are entitled to speak about considering you are a complete outsider and are merely stuck with "window syndrome." Enjoy your ignorance. It is your gift.

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