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Check out Kiki's next installment and another one by Dan Froelich. Page 2 Hie (Ban Serving the Carolina Comm EDITORIAL Adam Snyder, E Amy Shannon, Vi Kurt Johnson, Assistar t USC make decision f It's all the about the kids. USC decided to USC daycare S^Cenfer almost th row, building, in which students, faculty or st.aff mpmhprs arp able to drop their jjSC's detisiot day while they at- ' P, tend classes or go ( to work. However, when these plans initially came out, USC had not made any plans to re- c locate the program. H d This exclusion angered many of t those who were a part of the pro- c gram. And they had every right to ii be angry. This program not only t takes a load off people's backs, but it offers research and hands-on train- b ing with children for those who may t consider a career in that job field or g one similar to it. p However, USC has made plans t to keep the program, but now the d big issue is how to pay for it. The a program costs more than $ 1 million p to fund, and the university doesn't want to use tuition money to help v pay for it. But never mind that right a now because congratulations are in g order for the university's decision g to keep the program. d Even though the university day- p care system charges more for the Time past get rid of: Saddam Hus- yiij sein has defiantly HHiuLtiLV refused to comply Saddam Hu with United Na- needs to, tions mandates . . , which require his taken can country to be in- ^^^mTVjrrrr spected for chemical and biological All major n weapons. Saddam nations musl is in absolute op- umtpdaor position to the UN. uniteaagc He has adamantly SadcuW said he will not allow a UN team to look in his presidential palaces for ii the banned weapons. v It's sickening to note that he's a living luxuriously in one of his several palaces while his people go hun- i < gry and live in filth. d But what's Saddam trying to li hide? Most of the world already f< knows that he mass-produces bio- g logical and chemical weaponry. And if he is innocent, as he claims, then r he has nothing to worry about. He p simply has no tenable reason to de- i ny access to UN inspectors. t Enough is enough. Saddam's an- o tics have grown old. It's time some- v thing more drastic is done instead p of everybody just shaking their u heads and saying Saddam hasn't z been behaving very nicely. ThcCair Sening the Carolina Com nil The Gamecock is the student newspaper of The University 0/ Friday dung the fall and spring semesters and five times during the: periods. Opinions expressed in The Gamecock are those cfthe editors The Board of Student Publications and Commmications is the pubh is the newspaper s parent organization. The Gamecock Adam Snyder Editor in Chief Rosalind Harvey Amy Shannon Viewpoints Editor Sara Ladenhelm Hurt Johnson As: Cars Pellatt News Editors Carrie McCulloug Jennifer Stanley Features Editor Kristin Freestate Achlm Hunt Nathan Brown Bryan Johnston Sports Editors s#af) Rayford Susan Meyers Photo Editor Tofj Q -Hafa Brian Utah Onlne Editor ?|f|| Reed Chris Dixon Copy Desk Chief Connie Harlckhoi Student Media Julie Baker Sherry F. Holmet Susan Barrett Adda Dickson Carolyn Griffin Judson Drennan Creative Services Jim Green Ellen Parsons Director of Student Media Michelle Dames Lee Ptdpps Advertising Manager Co/Jjnf b 1 MOd! lunity since 1908 BOARD ditor in Chief enpoints Editor it Viewpoints Editor A :s right or kids child care than otha^JHH er day-care venues, prograrn having a program on n oway. campus is very conJ venient for people who work and study at USC and want to SidHH have their children \ to keep within their reach. y. innc It behooves USC to continue offering )ne- this service to the USC community. It's important that those who are a part of the ommunity feel close to their chilIren and have immediate access to hem. Being in college and raising hildren is surely difficult, but havng this program on campus makes hings a little easier. Fortunately, the program didn't iack down when the threat of exrvwrtirt nfi a Daat>1 a i?a11 i r\r\ f a ci iiiiiiauuii ai uoc. x cupic i amcu ttr ;ether to demonstrate, giving irotesting letters, flyers and shirts o USC President John Palms in orler to show they meant business md this really was a worthwhile irogram to continue. And because of their hard york and commitment, they were ible to save their program. Conratulations to the program for not iving up and to the university for leciding to continue the day-care irogram. due to Saddam rr^ jje~l Saddam must be LUflHH taken out of power. SSein The major world naIj^ tions have to stand to} r gether and support ' J' one another to make it work. This doesn't necessarily mean ' rid there has to be a war. /t/f ? J f- sfflnd although one may be inevitable. Actually, war is the least desirable option because of its horrid consequences: inumerable, needless deaths, enironmental ruin, and cultural nnihilation. What's truly needed now is a sollarity of key nations against Sadam. He cannot be permitted to act ke a spoiled child, make demands ar everyone else to follow, and then et away with it. Saddam either must be made to espect the UN or be deposed of his >osition. But to carry this out, the Jnited States needs support from he rest of the world. Getting rid f Saddam would be best without /aging a war. Unfortunately, at this oint, physical force against Iraq is ndoubtedly looming on the horion. rack USB truly since 1908 South Carolina and is pJolished Monday. Wediesday and simmer with the exception of uiversity holidays and exam or author and net those of The University <* South Carolina. sher Of The Gamecock. The Department of Student Media All numbers area code 803 The Gamecock Public Relations Coordinator Editor 777-3914 st.Vew points Editor , Viewpoints 777-7726 !h Asst. News Editor Asst. Features Edrtor News 777-7726 Asst. Sports Editor Asst. Photo Editor Etc. 777-3913 Asst. 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" -'"'"'M* w p rp 1 p - Jred LEACH b rate-It's ' Colimmla | not about , love any ] more than it is about the martyred < Saint for whom it is named. < I know that this is a bit cynical and ] that some people give valentines from | their hearts, but it seems that this is j becoming more an obligation than a 1 real opportunity to show someone how j much you care. Valentine's is also a slap in the face < to those who do not have a special some- j Thai fooc The first time I had Thai food I ] hated it. ] I agreed to dine at the Thai s restaurant after a friend suggested we ] eat there for lunch. Afraid to sound i "food un-ed.^y. ?-i ucated," I 1 agreed that . W and that I J '*1 , couldn't get A . id enough. ! ; | J || T w o b i t e s ilk into the j|PS though, I -" "SHAW ^biiro : Columnist much Pad Thai, the dish I had that afternoon, is j a combination of shrimp, chicken and vegetables, served over noodles. The unique flavor of Thai spices, sauces and traditional peanut topping sets 1 Pad Thai off from other Asian cuisine. 1 Its flavors are exotic in comparison to ' i Politicians playing with people's right to vote on issues i To the editor: I The latest trends in the S.C. State ] Legislature scare me. Recently, the de- j ceitful State Attorney General Con- , don, and the once- honorable Gov. | David Beasley, began their "reelection platforms" with a movement to ban ( the video poker industry in the state. The House's overwhelming vote to ban J it should be a wake up call to residents 1 of this troubled state. What has happened to the people's rights? If I recall, this "movement" took its 1 course through entering State Legis- 1 ki "We c to si > /k. oint; ock ii f igrams Dne. I remember in high school, all the girls would be carrying around flowers and balloons all day, proud of their gifts from their boyfriends, while the 3hy, insecure girls would stay off by themselves, or even cut that day of school. T n n a lr m iiri^U n V\ 1 l sfjcaiv. iiul wiiii a uinei tuiigue when I discuss Valentine's Day; I just wonder what all the craziness is about. Why does there have to be one particular day to show our love for one another? How often do we share our feelings with those we care about, be they friends, family or romantic relationships? Sadly, I think that sometimes the only clue many people get is in the form of a silly card fall of innuendo, or a box of stale chocolates. Love is in decline in our society, and that is apparent in front of the Russell House, where once again "coniomgrams" are on sale. Is this what showing someone we care about them has become? Any guy who buys his girlfriend a "condomgram" should be ashamed of himself. I hate to admit it, aut guys want sex for the physical aspect primarily. Girls desire the intimate, emotional closeness. Buying someone a gift should not be about getting something in return. The effort 1 an adv< favorites of the American palate of Big Macs and Coke. I thought the tastes strange; I didn't understand or appreciate the colorful combinations of this new food. I don't remember what caused me to change my opinion of Thai. As hard as I struggle to remember that one revelation of Thai food's deliciousness, no stories of great ephiphanies are coming to mind. The conversion must have occurred slowly, as I became accustomed to the taste. I remember the friends I ate with, where we dined but still, no recollection of the moment when dislike turned to curiosity, then to liking, and finally to appreciation oi i nai as a aencacy. it was love, ana love was Thai. I love Thai because it guarantees adventurous meals. Menus bear countless combinations for experimentation. Thai restaurants are often as enticing as the food served, with big booths and dim lighting. What a break from the average chain restaurant where servers are told to smile like they are welcoming you to their own party. As reThe Gar | ] |||| a student. Ha dude the J held for any ci ature five years ago, ending with a -eferendum in which 34 of the 46 coun;ies voted to keep poker payouts legal. Funny, the measure has been put to :he people, and the wonderful officials ?ve elected bring the issue back to cen:er stage. This trend sends chills down ny spine. If an issue has already been put to the people, why do our representatives feel the need to reevaluate the people's decision? A member on the Ways and Means Committee even discussed putting anjther referendum to a vote in April to ban video poker! Rep. Becky Meachum, R-York County, said it best when she stated, "If I go home and tell them, "Hey, guys, we're going to vote again, they are going to absolutely laugh me out of York County." v J Ebu# L-Kw col lacking "...but [condomgrams] sc meant to be about lov gram" does not sho\* shows complete being made to promote safe sex and all that is a noble one, but it soils a hoi- j iday that is meant to be about love, ^ and a "condomgram" does not show j love. Indeed, it shows complete self- $ ishness. t I know that some will argue that g giving a "condomgram" shows how - much they care by wanting their part- c ner to be safe. However, I argue this \ point by saying, use a little condom, I \ mean, common sense. ? Giving someone a condom for a gift ? is like giving a woman a pair of dish- ? washing gloves for her birthday. "I 1 wouldn't want you to burn your hands i while doing the dishes, my darling," \ says the thoughtful young lover. Dish- ] washing gloves are certainly important, as are condoms, but they are just tacky gifts. enture on "As reassuring as il access to food you have to, the old standh numbing to your tast assuring as it can be to have access to p food you have become accustomed to, I1 the old standbys can become numbing E tu JUUl taoicuuuo auu uiinu. v? Eating Thai provides a colorful " background for conversation. Haven't a ever tried it? Go. Take a friend or take a a few. Yesterday I had Thai lunch with two of my friends, and we doubled over b laughing as a result of the scorching tl hot sauce. Each of us wiped away tears tl caused by the hot sauce and laughter; f< it was an experience we wouldn't have ii shared if we opted for our regular take- fl out fare. r Regardless if you enjoy the taste o of Thai, or any food different than your "norm," trying it will provide an ex- g lecock will try to print all letters received. Letters should be 250300 words I nu written letters must ue persuiieny uenvereu uy me ouum lv ' umnvw UK's telephone number. The Gamecock reserves the right to edit all letter for rcumst ance. But the real issue here concerns h why the discussion is on the floor again, s One fine representative went as far as il saying that video poker killed a child left in a roasting car in Jasper Coun- s ty while her mother was playing video o poker. p Excuse me, the industry killed the o child? Yeah, and alcohol kills innocent a victims of drank driving on our state's v highways. Hell, why don't you go as f far as reenacting prohibition in S.C.? Better yet, since guns murder peo- s pie, let's get rid of all them too. How o any rational individual can use this e logic is beyond me. g I think we need to exterminate all i these politicians, republicans and de- ( mocrats alike, who believe that they f can ignore what the people have voted on and do what he or she believes > :annot use tuition money jpplement and augment this program." Pres. John Palms Friday, February 13, 1998 lMe \ Wusfi Wffi / ft... J lege press EXCHANGE love >ils a holiday that is e, and a "condom r love. Instead, it selfishness." I will not be celebrating Valentine's )ay in any traditional sense. No Outack Steakhouse dinner for me. Instead, will be traveling to Charlotte Saturlay to partake in some ice skating at he mall up there, and that night, I will ;o to a Jimmy Buffet concert. I urge any girl who happens to revive a "condomgr'am" from their >oyfiiend on Valentine's to consider this. Vhen you and your guy are sitting icross from each other at a restaurant Saturday night, which Jimmy Buffet ;ong do you think your boyfriend would ike to sing to you? Would it be a ronantic ballad like "Come Monday," or vould he sing "Why Don't We Get Drunk, and..."? Q rtld+n U t can be to have become accustomed ys can become ebuds and mind." erience. While I grew to love Thai, 've maintained a solid disdain for Ithiopian, a type of food some friends f mine swear by. Even if you hate a new," food, you'll be bound to talk bout "that awful restaurant we ate t." "Thank you so much for taking me o try this," my friend said after we left he Thai restaurant yesterday. We hought about all the times we settled )r security of food, accepted the "numbig down," of our tastebuds. Our faces lushed from the burning Pad Thai, I eminded myself to continue to go out f my way for food adventure. Who knows? Maybe someday I'll row to love Ethiopian. md must include full name. professwr? title or year and ma/or If :k newsroom in Russell House room 333. E mail letters must instyle, possible libel or space torn rations. Names will not be with: "mnral " T didn't know n stflto tViat till considers inter-racial marriages legal could have a "morality." Yet, a meager five years ago this ame voting public, in nearly two-thirds f our counties, elected to keep video ioker payouts legal. Are these elected fficials representing the "people," or new campaign to reelect a governor dio can't figure out what he stands or? I believe that video poker is an isue for the people, and the electorate f the Palmetto State made their voicis very clear five years ago. The state [overnment should be one representng the tax- paying citizens of South Carolina, not the reelection campaign or a two-sided governor. Heath Bogart Junior, Advertising