By Steven Postolka
We often complain about the influence of money in politics. And probably for good reason. In recent years we have had officials in trouble for money–related, white collar crimes. Remember the Jack Abramoff scandal? (Dec. 5)

Glorification of the military creates only more bloodshed
By Samantha McCarville
A few days before Thanksgiving break I decided I needed to take some time to relax, so I went to a movie with some of my friends. I was ready to have a great time and enjoy the movie, when the screen was filled with guns and military personnel. Momentarily I was confused. Had we come into the wrong movie or was this just a preview for some horrible upcoming show? In reality, it was something far worse: military propaganda. (Dec. 5)