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editorial Weaver’s legislation is a solid measure Rep. Jim Weaver, D-Ore., is sponsoring federal legisla tion that would give the state of Oregon the same right as Washington state in deciding whether to bury industrial radioactive-waste at Washington’s Hanford Nuclear Reser vation. Weaver contends that because of the dump’s location - six miles from the main stem of the Columbia River - an ac cidental seepage of nuclear waste into the river would significantly affect the health of both Oregon and Washington residents as well as the environment and economy of both states. In accordance with federal law, states that are under consideration for housing nuclear waste dumps, are assign ed “affected state status.” This gives the affected state the right to veto a decision by the President to locate a dump in that state. It also enables the state to apply for federal grants to study the environmental, social and economic impacts of a proposed dump. Because the Hanford site is located in Washington, Oregon is not eligible for such status. As the result, Oregon has no voice in determining whether the Han ford dump is to be opened. Critics of the proposed dump charge that a leakage of radioactive waste could be carried into the Columbia, through the flow of ground water. Ed Coate, deputy regional administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency’s Seattle office, says, the Hanford site has the potential for “substantial ground water flows.” If this were to happen, the effects on both Oregon and Washington would be catastrophic. The area’s fishing industry would be destroyed. The region’s farmers would have to look elsewhere for water to irrigate their farms. Communities that draw their water supply from the Columbia would also have to turn to alternative sources. And recreational users of the river would be denied its use. Oregonians should have the right to voice their op inions on the siting of any radioactive waste dump at Han ford. If the Columbia were to suffer the effects of radioactive pollution, it would become a “dead river.’’ Scientists estimate it takes at least 10,000 years before nuclear waste materials substantially lose their radioactivity. As stewards of the environment we have a reposibility to protect the Col umbia River Gorge. Weaver’s proposed legislation - HR 1843 - merits support. New education appointee lives in the 17th Century Secretary of Education William Bennett further angered his critics Tuesday through his insensitive appointment of Eileen Marie Gardner as special assistant for educational philosophy and practice. Gardner wrote in the May 1984 edition of the Heritage Foundation that “the handicapped constituency displays a strange lack of concern for the ef fects of their (education-related) regulations upon the welfare of the general population.” She has also written in reference to the condition of handicapped individuals, “Nothing comes to an individual that he has not at some point in his development, summoned.” Bennett’s appointment of Gardner to the advisory post is one more example of the Reagan administration’s callousness toward the plight of the handicapped. Throughout their tenure Reagan appointees have worked to decrease funding for programs intended to aid handicapped Americans. They have also attempted to eliminate federal regulations designed to protect the handicapped. Gardner’s appointment and Calvinist philosophy should be no sur prise to anyone who has observed Reagan appointees. letters For Lawrence At this time, I would like to heartily endorse Donna Lawrence in her bid for the political/science/history geography position on the Stu dent University Affairs Board. After volunteering with Don na during the voter registration drive last fall, I know that she is a hard, conscientious worker who knows how to get things done. Her qualifications are both vast and outstanding in scope. Having-served the political/science/history/ language position, I’m certain that Donna Lawrence is the best candidate running for this seat, therefore I strongly urge all of my constituents to vote for her. James Kirkland SUAB vice chair Disappointed As a MBA student and a member of the Association of MBA Executives, I was disap pointed to read Dennis Renton’s letter to the editor on April 11. 1 am sorry you are unaware of this organization, but I can assure you it is a registered stu dent group. I would like to say that I agree with and support the AMBA Ex ecutives endorsement of Kevin Lewis and Ryne Jackson for ASUO President and Vice President. G.S. Chu MBA student Member, AMBA Executives l Oregon daily . . emerald The Oregon Daily Emerald is published Monday through Friday except during exam week and vacations by the Oregon Daily Emerald Publishing Co., at the University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon, 97403. The Emerald operates independently of the Universi ty with offices on the third floor of the Erb Memorial Union and is a member of the Associated Press. General Staff Advertising Director Production Manager Classified Advertising Controller Susan Thelen Russell Steele Vince Adams Jean Ownbey Advertising Sales Laura Buckley, Tim Revenger, Jen nifer Fox, Marcia Leonard, Rick Martz, Nancy Nielsen, Brett Pickman, Tim Swillinger, David Wood. Production: Kelly Cornyn, Stormi Dykes, Manuel Flores, Kathy Gallagher, Dean Guernsey, Susan Hawkins, Grant Keltner, Rob Kraft, Ross Martin, Karin McKercher Lauri Neely, Kelly Neff, Kara Oberst, Curt Penrod, Michele Ross, Alyson Simmons, Peg Solonika, Karen Stallwood, Jim Swillinger, Colleen Tremaine, Hank Trotter. canot Managing Editor News Editor Editorial Page Editor Photo Editor Sports Editor Sidelines Editor Friday Edition Editor Entertainment Editor Night Editor Associate Editors Administration Higher Education Politics ASUO Student Activities Community Features Mike Sims Michael Kulaga Costas Christ, Dave Berns Brian Erb Brent De La Paz Sheila Landry Kim Carlson Michael Duncan Sheila Landry Jolayne Houtz Scott McFetridge Paul Ertelt Julie Shippen Diana Elliott Cynthia Whitfield Lori Steinhauer Reporters: Sean Axmaker, Kirsten Bolin, Michelle Brence, Dave Carlson, Robert Collias, Thomas Henderson, Robin Joannides, Allan Lazo, Cap! Lynn. Photographers: Dean Guernsey, Kirk Hirota, Jim Marks, Ross Martin, Karen Stallwood, Hank Trotter. News and Editorial 686-5511 Display Advertising and Business 686-3712 Classified Advertising 686-4343 Production 686-4381 Circulation 686-5511 Qualified Lewis and Jackson are the most experienced and most qualified candidates for ASUO President and Vice President. Kevin is the ASUO Budget Director. He is on the EMU Board of Directors, Vice Chairperson of the Bowling Alley Sub-Committee and a member of the Telecommunica tions Task Force, working toward computer aided services on campus. Ryne is on the Incidental Fee Committee and on ASPAC (the students’ advisory council to President Olum). She has professional ex perience as an account ex ecutive, where she served as copywriter, promotional designer, mediator, and adver tising consultant for 200 clients, and as a production manager, which involved the hiring and direction of personnel. She is also a member of the Women’s Law Forum. No other candidate can match either set of credentials. Although she is qualified for the presidency, Ryne feels that the students deserve a full-time president. She realizes that as a law student, she could not meet her graduate school com mitments and fulfill her own high standards for the office of president; even with her reduc ed school load next year. However, Ryne is comfortable with the vice-presidency, and she is confident that Kevin Lewis will be the president she would have liked to be. Kevin needs only six hours per-term to graduate and has the time and energy to put his plans into action. Kevin Lewis will be the full-time president this Univerisity needs. Danis Rowell Vice-chair, IFC A response In response to Scott Elliott’s letter supporting homosexuali ty, I feel obliged to respond. Elliott implied that homosex uality is "okay” and is condon ed in the Bible. Yet it is both man’s ignorance of the Bible and of the justice of God that homosexuality and other sins are overlooked in today’s society. There are at least two points that dispute Elliott's argument. "...and in the same way also, the men abandoned the natural function of the woman and burned in their desire toward one another. Men com mitting indecent acts and receiving. . .the due penalty of their sin." Rom. 1:27 And ".. .do not be deceived. Neither fornicators. .. nor ef feminate, nor homosex uals,... shall inherit the kingdom of God.” I Cor. 6:9-10. God is a compassionate God and this is not to be taken light ly. God is also a God of justice, not a God that he should lie (Heb. 6:18) or compromise his principles. As much as He loves us. a ho ly God cannot live with those who disobey His ordinances, just as righteousness cannot live with sin. He gave us the Bible that we might know His ways and by His mercy and grace, taste of His goodness and salvation and turn away from sin. “He who transgresseth against God and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God.” II John 1:9 Everyone of us will face this holy, righteous God alone on the day of judgment and all who hear the truth will be held accountable. Peitra I.eo Advertising/Marketing Dedication 1 commend Mark Thorpe - the current SUAB representative for Psychology, Anthropology and Sociology - for seeking re election. Mark's dedication to SUAB is evident by his record of par ticipation in various activities this past year, such as pro moting student evaluations, working with the Oregon Stu dent Lobby, and exercising his vote in the University Senate and Assembly. In addition to his efforts, Mark has maintained good working relations with other members of the board, and has developed his talents as a mediator on many issues that members have been divided on. Vote with confidence, psychology, anthropology and sociology majors. Mark Thorpe is voting for you. Sara Tenney SUAB Chair
