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editorial To Vote or Not to Vote November 8,1968. Election day. Casting a vote for the future. Bush and Quayle. Dukakis and Bentsen. Martin or Jordan. To vote or not to vote; that is the question. I've had my absentee ballot for almost two weeks. I realize that It has to be returned by 5 p.m. the eve of the election. I also realize I have to vote for someone, a person or persons to lead the country, to lead the state. I have to exercise my rights as a citizen of the United States of America. Rights. Rights to what? So what if I mark the democratic candidate’s box? What if I go right-wing? That’s my right, right? Confusion is exactly what I feel. Campaign 88 has not left me with much hope for the leadership of our country. Low blows and negative commercials, nervous debaters and cutting remarks. Although debates have never been my thing, this year’s display of candidates in presidential debates has been just that — a display. We cannot pick a president on appearances alone. Although Bush stands six inches or so above Dukakis, why should I let that influence my vote? The Demo> cratic Convention offered the slogan “Our shrimp or their wimp.” Who are we putting down, Bush or Dukakis? Look at the issues and the experience being offered. Good advice, but how many Americans actually do that? Bush may have been smart to pick handsome Dan Quayle if he thinks that will get him the female vote. Think again, George. Remember, looks can be deceiving. After all the hoopla and partying at the conventions, I tried to understand the issues. I never have been one for politics. Confusion set in again. I marked my ballot after long consideration. I knew that I wanted to cast my vote because this is my first big election to exercise my right. I also know that my say is important. As an American, I have such rights. I am glad that I get to vote for my president. I don’t have to live in a dictatorship or other society where I have no choice. I encourage everyone to mark the ballot on or before November 8. It’s okay If my candidate doesn't win; at least I know that I live In a country where I have a chance to express my opinions and to cast my vote. I challenge the Meredith community to cast their vote and to exercise the rights of all citizens. The Tradition Lives On —Deanna Harris Editor-in-chief Once again it’s Cornhuskin'. No one has ever been able to effectively explain this annual event to anyone who has not lived through it, but this tradition con tinues to unite Meredith students of the past and present (and Into the future). But this one event has many different meanings for everyone. For some, Cornhuskin’ is a welcome release from the daily routine of classes and studying. Where else can you put on. your raincoat and galoshes, arm yourself with a plastic trashcan full of water, and drench other students on a cold November night? Early morning or late night runs through the dorms release tension through high levels of noise. Others take the competition between classes very seriously. To win on Thurs day night is the ultimate goal. Prank phone calls and other such unsports- womanship seem to become neces sary to reach that goal. But somehow all the fun seems to get lost in the desire to win. For still others, Cornhuskin’ is a time for their class to pull together and grow closer. Laughter is plentiful as students race to clear their side of the courtyard of toilet paper. Exuberance fills Jones Auditorium as students yell and cheer for their class’s part in Cornhuskin’. Cornhuskin’ becomes an initiation to welcome us all into the sisterhood of Meredith. •-Kay Jernigan Meredith Herald STAFF EOrrOR-IN-CHIEF Deanna Harris PRODUCTION MANAGER Kay Jernigan BUSINESS MANAQER Lisa Woodruff ADVERTISING MANAQER Betti OuUand ADVERTISING STAFF Marlea Doane Elizabeth Spivey ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR Jill Murrell ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT STAFF Maty Fracker Jeannlne Manning CURRENT CAMPUS EVENTS EDITOR CURRENT EVENTS STAFF Laurie Britton Marlea Doane Kitty Pate FEATURES EDITOR Laurie Britton FEATURES STAFF Janice Daniel Casey Bass Bunch Cindy Justls Amber Burris Susan Cartrette Laura McArthur NEWS EDITOR Amy LaVoy NEWS STAFF Krista Holloman Cindy Parkman Cara Lynn Croom Susan Cartrette Susan wortey Qayle Woodard SPORTS EDrrOR SPORTS STAFF Beth Saylor Lee Connelly PHOTOGRAPHY STAFF Kristie Bingham Amy Rice LAYOUT STAFF kay Jernigan Jayne Potter COPY EDrrORS Cheryl Geclnger Kay Jernigan CIRCULATION STAFF Laura McArthur Laurie Britton Cara Lynn Croom Jayne Potter ADVISOR Joan Mills The Meredith Herald Is located in the publications office on the second floor Cate Center. Address correspondence to The Meredith Herald, Boxx133, Meredith College, Raleigh, NC 27607-5296. Phone (919) 829-6338. Advertising rates availa ble upon request EDITORIAL POUCY The Meredith Herald is published by the students of Meredith College during the academic year. The paper is funded by the college and through advertising. The Herald will not print material containing personal attacks, insults, rkjicule, or libel ous statements. Ail letters to the editor must be signed unless otherwise discussed with the editor. The opinions expressed on the editorial page do not necessarily reflect those of the college administration, faculty, or stu dent body. The Herald welcomes criticism and will respond promptly to any submitted In writ ing and signed by the writer.
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