TO THE EDITOR
FLOYD MEETS RUSH
Holiday
EW’s
After the spectacle of the first presidential
debate, I tuned in Rush Limbaugh the follow-
ing day to see what the “official” spin would
be on one of the most one-sided debates in
U.S. history. Rush was his usual fatuous,
arrogant self, of course, but what was
extremely disturbing about the show had
nothing to do with Limbaugh.
There, at the 11:44 am commercial break
was an advertisement for Sen. Floyd
Prozanski. I really haven’t known quite what
to do with this. Our supposedly “progressive”
Eugene senator advertising on the radio show
of the sworn enemy of all progressive ideas
seems astonishing. Worse, cynically handing
over the hard-earned contributions of his sup-
porters to literally help enrich this craven dem-
agogue bespeaks an astonishing lapse of judg-
ment that I cannot reconcile, try though I have.
If, on the one hand, Prozanski intentional-
ly advertises on Rush Limbaugh, it bespeaks
a horrific political cynicism. On the other
hand, if he’s not aware that he’s doing it, I
have grave questions as to the senator’s pru-
dent management of his own resources. I
don’t think anyone handed Floyd money
expecting it to go to Rush Limbaugh.
Having spearheaded an effort to boycott
hate radio advertisers, I now find progres-
sives sponsoring hate radio. So, I have a
dilemma: I do not shop at or patronize any
business that advertises on Rush. Mainly
because I don’t care to support his brand of
McCarthyism (Joe) with my hard-earned
cash. Now I wonder what I’m supposed to do
with my vote.
Hart Williams
Eugene
SEX IN THE CITY
While we at Planned Parenthood appreci-
ate EW’s endorsement of our services,
Happenings
“Being There & Being Safe” (Back to
Campus, 10/7), we must take this opportuni-
ty to share some education about “sex in
your new city.”
Planned Parenthood respects each indi-
vidual’s right to make decisions about sexu-
ality and relationships. However, the tone of
the recent article implied objectification of
sex and a lack of deference for mutually
respectful relationships. Our focus is on
helping people make lifelong responsible
choices. We believe that you have the right to
information and services to protect yourself,
that you must respect yourself and your part-
ner, and you have a responsibility to act in a
manner that is consistent with your values
and beliefs.
In light of this, we are here for everyone.
We are here as a reliable source to turn to in
confidence — with confidence. We strive to
provide access to quality, affordable heath
care as well as comprehensive education on
issues relating to sexual health. As a
reminder to students at the UO, you also
have access to reproductive health care serv-
ices at your own student health center.
Regardless of where you choose to access
services, do so to protect yourself and your
partner. This will make for much better
“youthful memories” to keep you sane in
your future, protecting you from unintended
pregnancies and sexually transmitted infec-
tions.
Kellie Shoemaker
VP for Public Affairs
Planned Parenthood
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