Rachel Posey

National: Senator Larry Craig

Summary:
In June, Senator Larry Craig was arrested for misdemeanor in the Minneapolis International Airport, when he rubbed his leg against another man’s leg while using a bathroom stall. The offended man was police officer, who knew the action as a sign for inappropriate behavior in a public place. Craig pledged himself guilty until a few days later, he rejected his own words. Now the Republican representatives are requesting Craig resign his position. He has not done so yet but many people he will soon.

Opinion:
Craig’s behavior is disgusting and uncalled for. He knew the misdemeanor was illegal and he still acted out on it. I am glad he was unfortunate and came into contact with an officer. We need to get rid of the representatives that are on the fence of conservative views and democratic views. I say people need to choose for the most part on which view they agree with. There should not be people wandering between each one.


International: Greece fires continue a cry for help

Summary:
Sixty-three people are reported dead from the vicious flames that claimed many areas of Greece. The authorities are still investigating into the theory of the fires being arson. At the same time, the effects of the Greece fires remain while the government asks for help from allies. Nineteen countries agreed to provide aid in the form of helicopters, airplanes, and firefighters.

Opinion:
The Greece fires sadden me because I recently visited Olympia and Athens last March. I can not imagine the damage to the beautiful land that has been caused by these never-ending flames. I agree with the people who believe a coincidence is very unlikely for the amount of land destroyed from the fires. I encourage the investigators to search out every idea of this case so if there is an arson, the criminal will be caught and dealt with justly.