http://www.statenews.com 2008 The State News Columnists from The State News Opinion Desk exchange feelings, thoughts and ideas on the week's top national and local news events. Columnists from The State News Opinion Desk exchange feelings, thoughts and ideas on the week's top national and local news events. no The State News webmaster@statenews.com en-us Foundry4 Thu, 15 May 2008 09:45:08 -0400 Thu, 15 May 2008 09:45:08 -0400 webmaster@statenews.com http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/84/28423_Opinion_v4e15.mp3 The State News The Pennsylvania primary is over and there’s still no clear Democratic front-runner. Members of the opinion desk discuss the impact of the long fight. The Pennsylvania primary is over and there’s still no clear Democratic front-runner. Members of the opinion desk discuss the impact of the long fight. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 23:07:18 -0400 4:08 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/84/28423_Opinion_v4e15.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/83/28316_Opinion_v4e14.mp3 The State News East Lansing Mayor Vic Loomis, Mayor Pro Tem Diane Goddeeris and City Manager Ted Staton paid a visit to the editorial board to discuss issues such as East Lansing developments and the April 5-6 Cedar Fest riot. East Lansing Mayor Vic Loomis, Mayor Pro Tem Diane Goddeeris and City Manager Ted Staton paid a visit to the editorial board to discuss issues such as East Lansing developments and the April 5-6 Cedar Fest riot. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:03:46 -0400 28:22 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/83/28316_Opinion_v4e14.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/82/28213_Opinion_v4e13.mp3 The State News The opinion desk discusses East Lansing police Chief Tom Wibert's meeting with the State News editorial board to talk about Cedar Fest. The opinion desk discusses East Lansing police Chief Tom Wibert's meeting with the State News editorial board to talk about Cedar Fest. Thu, 10 Apr 2008 19:16:22 -0400 11:13 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/82/28213_Opinion_v4e13.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/80/28098_Opinion_v4e12.mp3 The State News Truckers across America drove slowly on highways to protest high diesel prices. Members of the opinion desk discuss the reason for the protest and their support of the truckers. Truckers across America drove slowly on highways to protest high diesel prices. Members of the opinion desk discuss the reason for the protest and their support of the truckers. Thu, 03 Apr 2008 20:23:55 -0400 6:56 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/80/28098_Opinion_v4e12.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/79/27971_Opinion_v4e11.mp3 The State News The opinion desk discusses a bill that would make Tasers available to civilians. The opinion desk discusses a bill that would make Tasers available to civilians. Thu, 27 Mar 2008 20:56:57 -0400 5:17 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/79/27971_Opinion_v4e11.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/78/27829_Opinion_v4e10.mp3 The State News Protesters first took a stand against the war in Iraq, and then against The State News in a protest that members of the opinion desk felt could have been a little more successful and a little less laughable if those involved had stuck to one tactic. Protesters first took a stand against the war in Iraq, and then against The State News in a protest that members of the opinion desk felt could have been a little more successful and a little less laughable if those involved had stuck to one tactic. Thu, 20 Mar 2008 19:32:28 -0400 7:08 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/78/27829_Opinion_v4e10.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/77/27736_Opinion_v4e9.mp3 The State News The State News went before the Michigan Supreme Court during spring break to argue its case in a fight against the university for a police report. The opinion desk weighs in on the case and students' reaction to the battle. The State News went before the Michigan Supreme Court during spring break to argue its case in a fight against the university for a police report. The opinion desk weighs in on the case and students' reaction to the battle. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 19:54:30 -0400 9:28 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/77/27736_Opinion_v4e9.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/76/27645_Opinion_v4e8.mp3 The State News The opinion desk weighs in on a proposed airline passengers' bill of rights that would force airlines to make up for lost luggage, delayed flights and other travel woes. The opinion desk weighs in on a proposed airline passengers' bill of rights that would force airlines to make up for lost luggage, delayed flights and other travel woes. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 23:06:42 -0500 5:44 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/76/27645_Opinion_v4e8.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/75/27539_Opinion_v4e7.mp3 The State News Members of the opinion desk find Amtrak’s new safety measures unimpressive. Members of the opinion desk find Amtrak’s new safety measures unimpressive. Thu, 21 Feb 2008 23:00:41 -0500 4:58 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/75/27539_Opinion_v4e7.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/74/27443_Opinion_v4e6.mp3 The State News Members of the opinion desk discuss MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon's State of the University address, which some found to be lackluster. Members of the opinion desk discuss MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon's State of the University address, which some found to be lackluster. Thu, 14 Feb 2008 19:54:09 -0500 4:18 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/74/27443_Opinion_v4e6.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/73/27356_Opinon_v4e5.mp3 The State News Members of the opinion desk discuss the impact of the primary elections held across the country this week and speculate about a possible Mike Huckabee conspiracy. Members of the opinion desk discuss the impact of the primary elections held across the country this week and speculate about a possible Mike Huckabee conspiracy. Thu, 07 Feb 2008 22:42:21 -0500 5:17 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/73/27356_Opinon_v4e5.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/72/27242_Opinion_v4e4.mp3 The State News Members of the opinion desk share their thoughts on the State of the Union and State of the State addresses. Members of the opinion desk share their thoughts on the State of the Union and State of the State addresses. Thu, 31 Jan 2008 23:15:34 -0500 7:54 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/72/27242_Opinion_v4e4.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/71/27126_Opinion_v4e3.mp3 The State News Members of the opinion desk discuss how Martin Luther King Jr. was remembered on campus and whether that remembrance was enough. Members of the opinion desk discuss how Martin Luther King Jr. was remembered on campus and whether that remembrance was enough. Thu, 24 Jan 2008 20:06:37 -0500 6:47 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/71/27126_Opinion_v4e3.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/70/27053_Opinion_v4e2.mp3 The State News The opinion desk discusses Michigan's "awkward" primary and what the results mean for the presidential race. The opinion desk discusses Michigan's "awkward" primary and what the results mean for the presidential race. Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:00:06 -0500 5:01 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/70/27053_Opinion_v4e2.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/69/26949_Opinion_v4e1.mp3 The State News Opinion desk pundits discuss Sen. Hillary Clinton's recent - and some say uncharacteristic - displays of emotion. Opinion desk pundits discuss Sen. Hillary Clinton's recent - and some say uncharacteristic - displays of emotion. Thu, 10 Jan 2008 18:55:07 -0500 7:34 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/69/26949_Opinion_v4e1.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/68/26824_opinionv3e17.mp3 The State News The opinion desk rehashes some the happier moments of this past semester and gives a heartfelt good-bye to all our listeners. The opinion desk rehashes some the happier moments of this past semester and gives a heartfelt good-bye to all our listeners. Thu, 06 Dec 2007 22:19:14 -0500 7:29 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/68/26824_opinionv3e17.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/67/26738_opinionv3e16.mp3 The State News The opinion pundits offer their take on last night's Republican YouTube.com When questioning interns Stephanie Goldberg and James Andersen, it seems that the debate took a backseat to other activities in their college youth agenda. The opinion pundits offer their take on last night's Republican YouTube.com When questioning interns Stephanie Goldberg and James Andersen, it seems that the debate took a backseat to other activities in their college youth agenda. Thu, 29 Nov 2007 20:51:16 -0500 6:40 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/67/26738_opinionv3e16.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/66/26659_Opinionv3e14.mp3 The State News Kicking off the podcast with a brief reference to Liz Kersjes's Thanksgiving column that made note of American obesity, an open forum ensues, giving way to a heartwarming wrap-up of holiday sentiment. Kicking off the podcast with a brief reference to Liz Kersjes's Thanksgiving column that made note of American obesity, an open forum ensues, giving way to a heartwarming wrap-up of holiday sentiment. Tue, 20 Nov 2007 19:16:20 -0500 6:49 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/66/26659_Opinionv3e14.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/65/26596_Opinionv3e13.mp3 The State News The opinion pundits deliberate on the results of East Lansing's City Council elections and opine on the CATA millage not passing. The opinion pundits deliberate on the results of East Lansing's City Council elections and opine on the CATA millage not passing. Thu, 15 Nov 2007 19:36:06 -0500 8:01 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/65/26596_Opinionv3e13.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/65/26514_opinionv2e13.mp3 The State News The opinion desk discusses Pat Robertson's high-profile endorsement of presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani. The opinion desk discusses Pat Robertson's high-profile endorsement of presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani. Thu, 08 Nov 2007 20:46:31 -0500 8:33 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/65/26514_opinionv2e13.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/63/26398_opinionv3e12.mp3 The State News After a State News intern posted a blog on his unshakable loyalty to the University of Michigan, a wave of criticism, outcry and overall disgust saturated the Statenews.com comments section. The opinion pundits discuss the controversy and hoopla. After a State News intern posted a blog on his unshakable loyalty to the University of Michigan, a wave of criticism, outcry and overall disgust saturated the Statenews.com comments section. The opinion pundits discuss the controversy and hoopla. Thu, 01 Nov 2007 19:02:05 -0400 7:18 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/63/26398_opinionv3e12.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/63/26313_opinionv3e11.mp3 The State News Keeping in mind the current state budget crisis, the opinion desk skewer the current government project apportioning more than $300,000 for a fence designed to keep turtles off our roads. Keeping in mind the current state budget crisis, the opinion desk skewer the current government project apportioning more than $300,000 for a fence designed to keep turtles off our roads. Thu, 25 Oct 2007 23:11:36 -0400 7:31 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/63/26313_opinionv3e11.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/62/26216_opinionv3e10.mp3 The State News Our opinion pundits discuss the return of Don Imus and what this tells us about American culture and the appeal of old man racial insensitivity and grouchy misogyny. Our opinion pundits discuss the return of Don Imus and what this tells us about American culture and the appeal of old man racial insensitivity and grouchy misogyny. Thu, 18 Oct 2007 20:32:51 -0400 10:20 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/62/26216_opinionv3e10.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/61/26157_Opinionv3e7.mp3 The State News Are professors interjecting too much opinion without enough objectivity? The opinion crew deliberate about professors who throw a little too much weight around in the classroom. Are professors interjecting too much opinion without enough objectivity? The opinion crew deliberate about professors who throw a little too much weight around in the classroom. Thu, 11 Oct 2007 22:30:34 -0400 6:06 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/61/26157_Opinionv3e7.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/60/26076_Opinionv3e6.mp3 The State News The opinion desk deliberate over how the United States will be perceived by the world after President Bush leaves office in 2009. From terrorism to global warming to the merits of multilateralism, we cover it all in a nice succinct broadcast. The opinion desk deliberate over how the United States will be perceived by the world after President Bush leaves office in 2009. From terrorism to global warming to the merits of multilateralism, we cover it all in a nice succinct broadcast. Thu, 04 Oct 2007 22:07:00 -0400 11:13 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/60/26076_Opinionv3e6.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/59/25997_Opinionv3e5.mp3 The State News The opinion desk discusses a U.S. general's statements about banning homosexuality from the military and being unethical. The opinion desk discusses a U.S. general's statements about banning homosexuality from the military and being unethical. Thu, 27 Sep 2007 21:34:24 -0400 7:02 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/59/25997_Opinionv3e5.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/58/25897_Opinionv3e4.mp3 The State News The opinion desk muses over the spree of vending machine vandalism MSU has experienced and draws some provoking conclusions. The opinion desk muses over the spree of vending machine vandalism MSU has experienced and draws some provoking conclusions. Thu, 20 Sep 2007 20:58:57 -0400 6:15 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/58/25897_Opinionv3e4.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/58/25823_opinionv3e3.mp3 The State News Members of the opinion desk tackle the fine line of how the university charges students according to their in-state or out-of-state status. Members of the opinion desk tackle the fine line of how the university charges students according to their in-state or out-of-state status. Thu, 13 Sep 2007 22:06:08 -0400 6:10 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/58/25823_opinionv3e3.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/57/25704_opinion_3_2_090707.mp3 The State News In the wake of suspicions that some East Lansing cab drivers have been hitting the sauce on the job, East Lansing Mayor Sam Singh wants to reconsider the way cab drivers are drug tested. The opinion desk offers its thoughts. In the wake of suspicions that some East Lansing cab drivers have been hitting the sauce on the job, East Lansing Mayor Sam Singh wants to reconsider the way cab drivers are drug tested. The opinion desk offers its thoughts. Thu, 06 Sep 2007 20:22:23 -0400 6:26 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/57/25704_opinion_3_2_090707.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/56/25626_opinion_3_1_083107.mp3 The State News The opinion desk discusses crime statistics from Welcome Week. The opinion desk discusses crime statistics from Welcome Week. Thu, 30 Aug 2007 20:52:14 -0400 8:34 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/56/25626_opinion_3_1_083107.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25542_opinion_2_12_081007.mp3 The State News In opinion, the University of Michigan-Dearborn is spending $25,000 in university funds to build foot baths in public bathrooms for Muslim students to use to wash their feet before prayer. The opinion desk discusses how this relates to the issue of separation of church and state, the stigma of the Muslim religion and whether foot baths should be installed at MSU. In opinion, the University of Michigan-Dearborn is spending $25,000 in university funds to build foot baths in public bathrooms for Muslim students to use to wash their feet before prayer. The opinion desk discusses how this relates to the issue of separation of church and state, the stigma of the Muslim religion and whether foot baths should be installed at MSU. Fri, 10 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 15:35 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25542_opinion_2_12_081007.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25535_opinion_2_11_080207.mp3 The State News The opinion desk discusses the $5.8 billion acquisition of Dow Jones Co., which publishes The Wall Street Journal. Is this the beginning of the end for the journal, and what tactics are being put in place to protect the paper's integrity? The opinion desk discusses the $5.8 billion acquisition of Dow Jones Co., which publishes The Wall Street Journal. Is this the beginning of the end for the journal, and what tactics are being put in place to protect the paper's integrity? Thu, 02 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 16:31 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25535_opinion_2_11_080207.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25534_opinion_2_10_072707.mp3 The State News In opinion, the desk will discuss No Child Left Behind. A report from the Center on Education Policy suggests that many schools are spending more class time on math and reading, while taking away from other topics such as science, art, social studies and music. In opinion, the desk will discuss No Child Left Behind. A report from the Center on Education Policy suggests that many schools are spending more class time on math and reading, while taking away from other topics such as science, art, social studies and music. Fri, 27 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 12:06 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25534_opinion_2_10_072707.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25549_opinion_2_9_072007.mp3 The State News In opinion, the desk discusses Gov. Jennifer Granholm's proposal to alter Michigan's sentencing laws, reducing 142 felonies to misdemeanors in hopes of reducing the amount of inmates in prison and, in turn, saving the state money. What are the pros and cons of the proposal, and where should the money saved be invested? In opinion, the desk discusses Gov. Jennifer Granholm's proposal to alter Michigan's sentencing laws, reducing 142 felonies to misdemeanors in hopes of reducing the amount of inmates in prison and, in turn, saving the state money. What are the pros and cons of the proposal, and where should the money saved be invested? Fri, 20 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 11:40 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25549_opinion_2_9_072007.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25543_opinion_2_8_071307.mp3 The State News In opinion, the desk discusses MSU increasing tuition 9.6 percent starting in the fall. What is the effect this will have on current students as well as future enrollment? We also examine the impact on Michigan's sluggish economy and the tendency for educated students to leave the state. In opinion, the desk discusses MSU increasing tuition 9.6 percent starting in the fall. What is the effect this will have on current students as well as future enrollment? We also examine the impact on Michigan's sluggish economy and the tendency for educated students to leave the state. Fri, 13 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 13:22 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25543_opinion_2_8_071307.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25548_opinion_2_8_070607.mp3 The State News In opinion, on the heels of a messy mishandling of a rape and murder of a student on campus last December at Eastern Michigan University, a report from the U.S. Department of Education revealed the university mishandled many crimes on campus since 2003. The opinion desk discusses the behavior of the university, possible sanctions and if something like this could happen at MSU. In opinion, on the heels of a messy mishandling of a rape and murder of a student on campus last December at Eastern Michigan University, a report from the U.S. Department of Education revealed the university mishandled many crimes on campus since 2003. The opinion desk discusses the behavior of the university, possible sanctions and if something like this could happen at MSU. Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 11:59 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25548_opinion_2_8_070607.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25531_opinion_2_6_062207.mp3 The State News In opinion, a new report delivered to Congress says private lenders base their interest rates on student loans on the default rate of the university the student attends, not the individual's credit record. With most new college students not having a credit record, is this a fair way for lenders to determine their rates? In opinion, a new report delivered to Congress says private lenders base their interest rates on student loans on the default rate of the university the student attends, not the individual's credit record. With most new college students not having a credit record, is this a fair way for lenders to determine their rates? Fri, 22 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 11:22 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25531_opinion_2_6_062207.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25545_opinion_2_5_061507.mp3 The State News In opinion, a proposed bill to ban smoking in public places in Michigan has once again stirred debate. The desk discusses whether patrons should be forced into breathing second-hand smoke, creating possible health hazards. Does the government have the right to tell business owners how to run their businesses? In opinion, a proposed bill to ban smoking in public places in Michigan has once again stirred debate. The desk discusses whether patrons should be forced into breathing second-hand smoke, creating possible health hazards. Does the government have the right to tell business owners how to run their businesses? Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 15:25 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25545_opinion_2_5_061507.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25539_opinion_2_4_060807.mp3 The State News In opinion, MSU received its largest individual donation this past week in the form of $26 million from alumnus Eli Broad and his wife, Edythe, for a new art museum. Would the money have been better spent elsewhere, or will this bring new notoriety to MSU? Will the museum, combined with other projects currently under development, make East Lansing a new cultural hub over the next decade? In opinion, MSU received its largest individual donation this past week in the form of $26 million from alumnus Eli Broad and his wife, Edythe, for a new art museum. Would the money have been better spent elsewhere, or will this bring new notoriety to MSU? Will the museum, combined with other projects currently under development, make East Lansing a new cultural hub over the next decade? Fri, 08 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 10:16 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25539_opinion_2_4_060807.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25530_opinion_2_3_060107.mp3 The State News In opinion, the desk mulls over a new bill that has been proposed which would allow voters to cast a ballot in any Michigan precinct. Would this bill get more students to vote in elections or will there be the same general apathy and disinterest? In opinion, the desk mulls over a new bill that has been proposed which would allow voters to cast a ballot in any Michigan precinct. Would this bill get more students to vote in elections or will there be the same general apathy and disinterest? Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0400 12:45 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25530_opinion_2_3_060107.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25532_opinion_2_2_052507.mp3 The State News In Opinion, the desk discusses the official announcement of the College of Osteopathic Medicine's expansion to two satellite campuses in southeast Michigan. The group talks of how the sites - the Detroit Medical Center and Macomb Community College's University Center - will benefit both MSU and the communities they will serve. In Opinion, the desk discusses the official announcement of the College of Osteopathic Medicine's expansion to two satellite campuses in southeast Michigan. The group talks of how the sites - the Detroit Medical Center and Macomb Community College's University Center - will benefit both MSU and the communities they will serve. Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400 11:08 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25532_opinion_2_2_052507.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25533_opinion_2_1_051807.mp3 The State News In opinion, the desk kicks off the summer discussing the hassles and headaches of campus construction. The closure of several roads have made getting to class an adventure. The members also discuss the death of the Rev. Jerry Falwell, a controversial figure in America. In opinion, the desk kicks off the summer discussing the hassles and headaches of campus construction. The closure of several roads have made getting to class an adventure. The members also discuss the death of the Rev. Jerry Falwell, a controversial figure in America. Fri, 18 May 2007 00:00:00 -0400 15:03 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25533_opinion_2_1_051807.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25546_opinion_1_9_042707.mp3 The State News The opinion desk takes a look a the situation in congress and its influence on the situation in Iraq. In this final podcast of the semester, the desk explores everything from the labels of war to talking federal spending and asking the question "What's wrong with congress." Get your political fix here. The opinion desk takes a look a the situation in congress and its influence on the situation in Iraq. In this final podcast of the semester, the desk explores everything from the labels of war to talking federal spending and asking the question "What's wrong with congress." Get your political fix here. Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400 20:52 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25546_opinion_1_9_042707.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25538_opinion_1_8_042007.mp3 The State News It's the worst shooting massacre in modern American history. You've heard what the rest of the world thinks, now hear what three Michigan State students have to say about the killings. The opinion desk dives deep into the issue, tackling the killer, campus safety and how the media is handling the situation. Join us. It's the worst shooting massacre in modern American history. You've heard what the rest of the world thinks, now hear what three Michigan State students have to say about the killings. The opinion desk dives deep into the issue, tackling the killer, campus safety and how the media is handling the situation. Join us. Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400 25:05 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25538_opinion_1_8_042007.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25537_opinion_1_7_041307.mp3 The State News In opinion, the desk discusses the bigger problem of hate speech following the fallout with Don Imus and the comments he made about the Rutgers women's basketball team. In opinion, the desk discusses the bigger problem of hate speech following the fallout with Don Imus and the comments he made about the Rutgers women's basketball team. Fri, 13 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400 22:50 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25537_opinion_1_7_041307.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25541_opinion_1_6_040607.mp3 The State News This week the Opinion Desk's discussion about the situation in Guantanamo Bay gets out of hand. Hear what gets exchanged when things overheat surrounding prison policy, detainee treatment and national image. You're going to enjoy this week. This week the Opinion Desk's discussion about the situation in Guantanamo Bay gets out of hand. Hear what gets exchanged when things overheat surrounding prison policy, detainee treatment and national image. You're going to enjoy this week. Fri, 06 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400 21:09 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25541_opinion_1_6_040607.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25547_opinion_1_5_033007.mp3 The State News This week the Opinion desk is joined by a committee consisting of members from African American student organizations all over campus to discuss issues facing MSU. This special edition podcast tackles race relations, media representation, stereotypes and cultural hot-button issues. Join us for a candid and unique conversation. This week the Opinion desk is joined by a committee consisting of members from African American student organizations all over campus to discuss issues facing MSU. This special edition podcast tackles race relations, media representation, stereotypes and cultural hot-button issues. Join us for a candid and unique conversation. Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400 32:54 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25547_opinion_1_5_033007.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25544_opinion_1_4_032307.mp3 The State News The opinion desk discusses the state of the War with Iraq going into its fifth year. There also is a heated debate about Michigan's budget situation and a few controversial changes to the state prison system. The opinion desk discusses the state of the War with Iraq going into its fifth year. There also is a heated debate about Michigan's budget situation and a few controversial changes to the state prison system. Fri, 23 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400 21:40 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25544_opinion_1_4_032307.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25536_opinion_1_3_031607.mp3 The State News Opinion discusses a controversial situation as the YAF is now being listed as a hate group by the watchdog Southern Poverty Law Center. What is the fallout for MSU and student organizations around campus? Opinion discusses a controversial situation as the YAF is now being listed as a hate group by the watchdog Southern Poverty Law Center. What is the fallout for MSU and student organizations around campus? Fri, 16 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400 12:48 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25536_opinion_1_3_031607.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25540_opinion_1_2_030207.mp3 The State News This week, The Opinion Desk shares its thoughts on a few interesting topics including file sharing, an increase in the female jail population and the culture of vanity that is sweeping college students. Laugh, cry and disagree. It's all happening here. This week, The Opinion Desk shares its thoughts on a few interesting topics including file sharing, an increase in the female jail population and the culture of vanity that is sweeping college students. Laugh, cry and disagree. It's all happening here. Fri, 02 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0500 23:12 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25540_opinion_1_2_030207.mp3 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25550_opinion_1_1_022307.mp3 The State News This week, The Opinion Desk discusses the race for the White House in '08. We break down the front-runners, the controversies and the issues surrounding the campaigns. The gloves come off here. We also touch on a few wacky Michigan laws. This week, The Opinion Desk discusses the race for the White House in '08. We break down the front-runners, the controversies and the issues surrounding the campaigns. The gloves come off here. We also touch on a few wacky Michigan laws. Fri, 23 Feb 2007 00:00:00 -0500 21:37 http://www.statenews.com/media/00/00/02/55/25550_opinion_1_1_022307.mp3