Stephanie’s Blog- a snippet of my thoughts

This past Tuesday, Prop. 8 banning same-sex marriage was passed in California 52% to 48%. Prior to and after people voted, I heard comments from people about treating people how we would like to be treated, which is in the Bible. I also am now hearing how Christians and non-Christians against the ban are now upset with their state for allowing equal and civil rights to be violated. The problem that lies in equating both of those statements with gay marriage is huge. Gay marriage is not the same as inter-racial marriage, as the opponents to the ban would like you to believe. Race is something you are born with. Homosexuality is a behavior. (more…)

In California, a controversial proposition is on the ballot to be voted on in less than 2 weeks. This proposition is said to be discriminatory by some and a protection of marriage by others. Can one proposition be two differing things at the same time? Let’s look at the issue and find out.
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In a transition is not my favorite place to be. Of course, it depends on what it involves. In my current case, I am moving to go to Grad School. Some may see this as an exciting time while others cannot believe I would ever want to return to college once I escaped its clutches. My perspective includes a bit of both. While school may open up more opportunities for me, I am not exactly sure what I’m getting myself into. I have no idea what Grad School will involve other than class, papers, and a thesis looming over my head. I’m sure it won’t be that bad, considering that I have enjoyed school in the past. Plus, I will be returning to old friends and will be closer to family. Those are both good things. (more…)

There’s less than 4 months until the Summer Olympic Games in China. These Olympics are overshadowed by human rights issues between China and Tibet. China considers Tibet as part of its’ country while Tibet says that they declared their independence way back in 1911. Throw in the issue of the Seventeen point agreement signed by the Tibetan Government in 1951 affirming Chinese sovereignty over Tibet and tempers flare. People are angry and the Olympics are stuck in a tug-of-war. Should we boycott the Olympic Games this year or should we set aside our differences for the Games? Should we protest a tiny flame traveling around the world or should we unite under the guise of peace? (more…)

Is it just me or has the 2008 Presidential primary been dragging on far too long? Perhaps it’s because I live in a state that voted ages ago or because the Democratic primary has two candidates that are closer than has ever been seen. Whatever the reason, I am looking forward to the end in June, when we can get on with life. Even though it may sound as if I’m fed up with the political process, I have in fact learned a great deal in the past few months. One main tidbit I’ve come to realize is that money plays a far greater role than it should in the presidential primary process. In fact, I have come to believe that the one who spends the most, rather than the better candidate, wins. (more…)