Disclaimer: I’m not really going to talk about stem cells in this column because first, I don’t know what they are; second, I’ve already been tested for them; and last, I don’t understand or care why everyone gets their knickers in a twist whenever someone mentions them. Read more...

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I’ve watched the replay 20 times. I’ve read the transcript. I’ve heard the jokes on the late-night talk shows. But I still can’t figure out why conservative commentator Bob Novak flipped out on CNN’s “Inside Politics.” I’ve always liked liberal strategist James Carville, but even I can understand why someone would want to curse at him.Though I usually agree with him, there’s something about Carville’s manner that makes you want to start swearing. Read more...

President Bush’s decision to appoint John Bolton as the United States’ ambassador to the United Nations despite partisan maneuvering should be applauded. Much of the controversy surrounding Bolton’s nomination relates to his willingness to speak critically of the United Nations, as well as his refusal to compromise on basic principles. Read more...

We are told ad infinitum how the rest of the world hates the United States. From repeated accusations of imperialism and cultural insensitivity, universal ire is supposedly at our doorstep. Read more...

U.S. needs positive female role models I read Connie Bruning’s submission “Women need to keep dream alive” (Aug. 1), and I just wanted to applaud her for her opinion. Read more...

All UCLA students should receive a well-rounded education with which to properly carry out parlor room conversations. Your education should not only help you out at tedious functions, but should provide you with the means to appear as if you know everything to those who know no better ““ like children. Read more...