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CAMPUS NEWS Clackamas Community College May 11,1988 Page 3 Student opinions vary Corky Kirkpatrick runs for State House Monday 91 students were informally polled in the Community Center and cafeteria. Students were questioned on whether they were registered voters, what party they belonged to, which presidential can didate they favored, if they considered themselves to be politically in formed and if they felt the government worked on the local, state and federal level. Students were divided into four age groups, 18 to 25, 26 to 34, 35 to 44 and 45 and older. We used this system because CCC serves many age groups. We were curious to see if an “age factor” existed. The heavy representation of the 18 to 25 age group was not inten tional. We feel this reflects the average age of those who “hang out” in the Community Center and cafeteria. This does not show prejudice on the part of the pollsters. It was interesting to note that many who were not registered voters listed themselves as “politically informed.” And a high proportion of people who did not consider themselves to be politically informed plan to vote in the upcoming primary, May 17. Age 18 to 25; 54 polled Registered voters 42 Political party 16 Non-partisan 17 Republican 15 Democrat 5 None 8 Other Presidential Candidates 11 Bush 16 Jackson 10 Dukakis 1 Other 14 None Do you consider yourself to be politically informed? 35 No 18 Yes Do you think that the Government works? Local 5 Undecided 19 No 30 Yes State 8 Undecided 20 No 27 Yes Federal 7 undecided 25 No 22 Yes by Michelle K. Taylor Assistant Opinions Editor Corky Kirkpatrick, grant writer here at Clackamas Com munity College is also running for a position in the house of representives district 27. “I’ve been involved in the legislative process since 1975,” Kirkpatrick said. Kirkpatrick has worked in many areas of govern ment including being on the Lake Oswego City Council, the Metropolitan service district council, The Columbia Regional Association of governments and legislative liaison for Portland Community College. Kirkpatrick’s main issues in this election are the expansion of job opportunities in Oregon, pro viding quality education at a low cost and the protection of the en vironment. To expand job opportunities Kirkpatrick wants to attract metal manufacturers to Clackamas County, and to pro mote tourism in the county. She also would like to see job training and re-training for workers, and reforming the workers compensa- Age 36 to 45; 7 polled Registered voters 7 Yes Political parties 2 Non-partisan 1 Republican 4 Democrat Do you consider youself to be politically informed? 4 Yes 3 No Do you think that the government works? Local 1 Undecided 3 Yes 3 No State 1 Undecided 2 No 4 Yes Federal 1 Undecided 6 No 0 Yes Age 45 and older; 14 polled Registered voters 1 No 13 Yes Political parties 1 Non-partisan 2 Republican 9 Democrat 2 Other Do you consider yourself to be politically informed? 11 Yes______________ 3 No______________________ __ Comments: “Things were worked better with FDR. War is the way to make it.” “Before the primaries, most people had never heard of ‘Dukakis’ and one wonders how many people are actually voting FOR him and not just AGAINST Jackson!” “The time has come to totally rebuild that rebellous entity we call ‘The System.’ Representative government in our nation, state, county and city is a thing of the past. One jerk over another jerk, or casting worthless write-in ballots. We, the people, are saddled with a government which is ripe with professional polititians representing only themselves.” “Clackamas Community College has become too liberal!” last year. Hammerstad’s ex perience in government includes being on the Clackamas County budget committee, being on the Clackamas County Economic Development Commission and being on the board of directors Young Audiences of Oregon. Hammerstad’s main issues are to ease the property tax burden on residents and have the state provide more support for the schools. She supports stronger enforcement of drug laws, pro grams which will help small businesses “thrive,” added jail space, and better vocational and technical training and re-training for Oregonians. “This is a very sophisticated district,” Ham merstad commented. Stan Terry is the third person running for this position. Terry has no prior governmen tal experience, but has run for (public office before. If Terry is elected he would like to work to preserve the environ ment. He also wants to change the lottery games, because he feels that the money from the lot tery games should be used to help the schools in Oregon. Terry was unavailable for comment. News Briefs Age 26-34; 17 polled Registered voters 2 No 15 Yes Political parties 16 Non-partisan 17 Republican 15 Democrat 5 None 8 Other Presidenial Candidates 4 Bush 1 Jackson 5 Dukakis 2 Other (not specified) 5 None Do you consider yourself to be politically informed? 4 No 13 Yes Do you think the government works Local 1 Undecided 8 No 8 Yes State 1 Undecided 9 No 7 Yes Federal 2 Undecided 10 No 5 Yes tion in Oregon so it can compete with Washington. Her final goal in improving jobs is to provide the roads, sewers, and water needed for expansion. Kirkpatrick’s plans to improve education are to require school districts to “provide specific budget information.” She wants to reduce taxes which residents pay and get them from other sources, and to equalize the amounts of district taxes, and have school curriculums that fulfill the needs of all students. Kirkpatrick said to protect the environments the state must con tinue to clean up the Tualatin River. She also explained that to keep the air clean its quality must be monitored frequently. Her final goal in protecting the en vironment is to encourage <4in- novations to recycle plastics and other materials which are not useful. “I’m going to be a community college advocate and I’m going to make it work for students,” Kirkpatrick said. Judie Hammerstad is the incum- bant for this position. Hammerstad'filled the position which Darlene Hooley vacated New art to be shown ‘Print’ picks new editor by Heleen Veenstra Editor Christopher Curran, current design/sports editor has been selected as the Editor-in-Chief of “The Print” for the 1988-89 school year. Curran was chosen by a com mittee of five consisting of Deb bie Baker, student activities direc tor; Nancy Baker, news coor dinator; Emily Orlando, English instructor; Linda Vogt, student publications advisor; and Heleen Veenstra. Caree Hussey, feature editor, and Tom Golden, staff writer, were the other applicants for the position. “It’s kind of an undescribable feeling. This has been a goal ever since I came into college, and now to meet that goal is really fulfilling,” Curran expressed. As editor, “I want to take all the resources available to me and lead “The Print” to one of its best years ever.” Hussey said that next year she probably will return as feature editor. “I have enjoyed that quite a bit.” Golden stated he will be “probably transferring into the drama department,” and won’t be involved with the paper. Curran explained he would like to work closely with student government and the administra tion. “I want to keep in constant contact with them because they are probably the best sources of what is going on on campus.” Student paintings, draw ings, designs, watercolors, sculpture, jewelry, photography, and calligraphy will be displayed in the Pauling Center, June 1-?. Deadlines moved up The Albert E. Jonew Fire Science, Steven Glen Weigel Memorial Fire Science, and the Mike Montgomery Foun- dation Scholarships deadlines Ijave all been ex tended to May 13. May 13 will also be the deadline for the Zelma Gordon Nursing Scholarship and the Oregon Logging conference. * g Picnic in May The all school picnic, “Cougars Gone Country,” sponsored by ASG, will be held in the CCC Courtyard S Tuesday, May 17. There will be food and competitions featuring tricy cle races, tug . of war, volleyball, and a water balloon toss. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. Entertainment will be pro vided by Rob Quist and the Great Northern Band. Comedies in June June 1 and 2, The CCC Theater Department will be performing three one-act comedies, “This Is A Test,” ' “Present Tense,” and “Graceland. ’ ’ Wednesday and Thursday at noon. Free. Faculty: go rafting CCC Wellness Team’s spr ing activity will be a rafting trip on the Deschutes River. It will take placeon June 4 or 5. The cost is $15 per day which covers the cost of the rafts and a day use permit. There is an option of spen ding either one or two days; camping out or staying in a hotel; preparing group meals or eating at the restaurants in town. The trip is open to CCC staff members, spouses and their children. To sign up for the trip, or if you just want more infor mation call Jeanie Lean at^ ext. 278 or Don Paul Shula at ext. 351 Scholarships extended The Clackamas Chapter of Medical Assistants Scholarship deadline has been extended to May 13, 1988. Other scholarships are also available. For more in formation, contact the Financial Aid Office. Volunteers needed Clackamas County Women’s Services are recruiting volunteers. Train ing begins on May 21. Ser vices include a 24-hour help line, temporary shelter, peer counseling and support groups, special activities for children, and other suppor tive assistance. Currently, volunteers who can provide services during weekend hours, transportation during daytime hours, or who are willing to work with children are needed. Contact Patricia Morey, Volunteer Coor dinator, at 654-2807.
