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TO THE EDITOR destruction of corporate property is consid- ered violence, when individuals who have harmed no one are considered a top domestic terrorist threat, and when true violent offend- ers walk free on our streets. Such misuse of law enforcement resources demonstrates that these prosecutions are motivated by a desire to distract the public from real threats of ter- rorism, threats that the government has con- tinually shown it is unable to handle. To waste resources on this kind of FBI activity means that I can expect that my experience of the horrors of terrorism won’t be the last. Leah Todd Brooklyn, N.Y. AMERICA WRAP An open letter to the finest burrito produc- ers on Earth: When I first moved to the Northwest from New Mexico, I thought I knew what good Mexican food was all about. Was I ever misinformed. The problem with the food I was used to was that it was too au- thentic, too flavorful and too spicy. Eugene’s unique soft-edged sensibilities have pro- duced taquerias that get around these prob- lems with the abundant use of two magical ingredients: lettuce and sour cream. How simple, how genius! Just thinking about it makes my mouth water. Shredded iceberg, mmmmm! I know many Eugeneans complain that it’s too crunchy and it hurts their teeth, but I say, “Caution be damned, bring on the watery flavorlessness of iceberg!” “And what of the second ingredi- ent?” you ask. What of that elixir of whiteness, that dairy ambrosia, sour cream? What can I say? It’s like whipped cream in every way, but it’s sour. Pure brilliance. I know I stand humbled in the presence of such culinary daring, but I would like to make a suggestion for an additional menu item. Perhaps these fine establishments could put together a tortilla filled with mayonnaise and hot dogs. It could be called an America wrap. Just a suggestion. Jason Torres-Morrow Eugene CHAINS VS. CHARMS My husband and I moved here in 2005 after living in Tucson for almost 20 years. Initially we were delighted to see that the unique flavor that Eugene was known for was still part of the landscape. We are dismayed, however, with the way the city seems to be going with the downtown development. It is true that people “like” to shop at big chain stores (they shop at chains because they be- lieve that it is cheaper to do so, which isn’t al- ways true). It is also true that if chains go into the downtown area they will probably do all right, but that isn’t the only point to consider. We watched as Tucson, a city that had a very unique history and lots of local color, gradually become McCity. One small area near downtown kept local shops afloat (mostly due to the semi-annual street fair), but slowly the Old Pueblo become an amal- gamation of high-end shops the locals could- n’t afford and chain after chain of shops and restaurants. By the time we left, you could blindfold someone from the Midwest, drop them off on Broadway, and the only way The Shedd - Tickets 434-7000 - www.theshedd.org The Shedd Institute • Specialty, Gourmet & Organic Foods t erfec The p ay gift! er’s D Fath The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts Summer Camps A Cappella All Stars June 18-22. 1-5p. Ages 15-19 Tuition: $295 • Fresh Organic Produce Jazz Camp June 18-22. 9a-3p. Ages 11-19 Tuition: $265 • Bulk Foods, Herbs, Spices, Coffees & Teas Herbie Hancock Quartet • More than 200 Cheeses & Deli Meats, Sliced or Cut To Order Sun, June 17 Hult Center Tickets: 682-5000 • Wine, Champagne & Beer Oregon Festival of American Music 2007 Summer SongFest June 18-29. Two sessions, 9a-3p Ages 7-12. Tuition: $230/week Acting Camp June 25-29. 9a-3p. Ages 14-19 Tuition: $265 & more! • Storewide Specials & Everyday Low Prices South Pacifi c August 3, 5, 8 & 10 - Hult Center 6 Shedd Institute Presenting Sponsor Oregon Festival of American Music 2007 Richard Rodgers The Sweetest Sounds August 1 - 11 Eugene, Oregon JUNE 14, 2007 5
