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Politics today: the good and the ugly
Pignanelli: I am encouraged by:
The Internet. Granted, there are negative aspects to politics in cyberspace, including providing platforms to wacko groups and siphoning readers from legitimate news sites. Yet, the Internet is the great equalizer by allowing candidates and causes with limited means to spread their message at little cost. Within seconds, citizens can access tremendous amounts of information regarding candidates and issues. Voters no longer rely on television and can engage with campaign officials through e-mail. Such activities are great fertilizer for democracy.
The rise of mainstream politics. All major political parties are pulled by internal extremist forces. Yet, there is an undercurrent of militant moderates percolating among American voters. An indication of this is the recent establishment of Unity 08, an Internet-based attempt to run a third-party candidates who offer a bipartisan appeal to the center.
Webb: I am encouraged by:
Incredible overall advances in science, technology and knowledge. Thanks to scientific revolutions in medicine, communications, economics, agriculture, energy, etc., etc., our ability to pursue happiness has never been greater. Even partial adherence to constitutional principles has created an environment where science, commerce and economic success can flourish.
Comments
- Obama pushing health bill 9:32 a.m.
- World closing in on climate targets? 9:23 a.m.
- Kirilenko will not play tonight 2:37 a.m.
- Dry spell dooms UVU 2:32 a.m.
- Griffins cruise by St. Thomas 2:32 a.m.
- WSU wins conference road opener 2:30 a.m.
- Oden hurt, done for season? 12:56 a.m.
- USU home-court streak ends 12:55 a.m.
- USU names field after Merlin Olsen 12:52 a.m.
- Utes stop Idaho State 12:51 a.m.
- Ed Smart 'appalled' at testimony
- Y. profs: Beck not all-knowing
- George lost in rivalry hatefest
- Y., U. to learn bowl destinations
- Jazz outrun Pacers
- Snowy roads cause accidents, delays
- Will Harpring be missed?
- Christmas movies with a message
- 5A high school football All-State
- The forgotten ship: USS Utah
- Why is Y. ignoring spew of hatred?
309 - Letters: Liberal because LDS
248 - Y. profs: Beck not all-knowing
196 - Hate not limited to 1 in-state rivalry
189 - Aggies shoot past Cougars
179 - N.Y. Senate rejects gay marriage
128 - George lost in rivalry hatefest
106 - Unbeaten BYU takes trip to Logan
105 - Harpring's NBA career is over
94 - Ed Smart 'appalled' at testimony
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