The Man From Texas
I was deeply disturbed by Robert Saranchak's editorial "Some Advice for the Man from Texas" (Editorial, Oct. 24). Whether one supports Bush or not, one can see clearly that the author is blatantly unfair in his criticism of the Republican candidate for President. His critiques represent the frustration of a Democratic Party staring defeat in the eyes.
Not every child grows up in a New York kitchen using the word "insurance." Do you actually believe that quotas pit people against each other the same way that baseball teams do? I'm a big Mets fan and I hate Roger Clemens. What does that have to do with affirmative action?
Bush has made education his top priority since forming his Exploratory Committee. His idealistic goal is that "no child will be left behind." It's time for some idealism and optimism in Washington.
Eliah Z. Seton '04
Oct. 24, 2000