Two main arguments of the 2012 GOP platform on education are that alternatives to traditional four-year colleges are needed and that federal student aid is unsustainable. To what extent do you agree?
- I disagree because the traditional four-year college system should be the main focus of reform through federal aid before other alternatives are considered. (56%, 23 Votes)
- I agree completely because focusing on alternatives such as online universities and technical schools would alleviate the financial burden of college education by offering low-cost degrees.` (29%, 12 Votes)
- I somewhat agree because alternatives are needed now, but the federal government should still be responsible as a source for financing higher education. (15%, 6 Votes)
Total Voters: 41
Start Date: September 3, 2012 @ 2:08 pm
End Date: January 4, 2013 @ 2:08 pm
University of California President Mark Yudof and all 10 UC chancellors came out in support last week of the University of Texas' race-conscious admissions policies. Would you be in favor of repealing Proposition 209, which prohibits the UC from using race as a factor in admissions?
- No. Proposition 209 should stay in place - it sets a level playing field for all those seeking access to state institutions. (47%, 37 Votes)
- Yes. It is the UC's stated mission to provide "long term social benefits" to all Californians, and this includes helping minority students gain access to higher education. (37%, 29 Votes)
- Possibly, but the UC would have to provide evidence that a more diverse campus community benefits all students. (10%, 8 Votes)
- I am undecided on this issue. (6%, 4 Votes)
Total Voters: 78
Start Date: August 19, 2012 @ 2:06 pm
End Date: January 4, 2013 @ 2:06 pm
Amid recent controversy surrounding statements made against same-sex marriage by the president of Chick-fil-A, supporters of same-sex marriage have responded with boycotts and protests against the fast-food chain restaurant. How justified is this opposition method?
- The opposition is well justified: Consumers should "vote with their wallets." (57%, 8 Votes)
- Consumers have the right to vote with their wallets, but it's worrisome that the protest runs counter to the freedom of speech that individuals - even business leaders - are entitled to. (36%, 5 Votes)
- The opposition is not well justified. Businesses should cater to the services provided, and consumers should put aside their personal and cultural beliefs when buying productsts. (7%, 1 Votes)
- I'm not sure how I feel about the issue. (0%, 0 Votes)
Total Voters: 14
Start Date: August 15, 2012 @ 2:04 pm
End Date: January 4, 2013 @ 2:04 pm
An earlier version of a piece of legislation known as the Student-Athlete Bill of Rights aimed to improve the treatment of student-athletes at Stanford, UC Berkeley, USC and UCLA. Amid opposition from the universities, the bill has now been amended. What do you think of the bill?
- The bill was unfair in the first place because the universities might not have the resources to fund it. (83%, 24 Votes)
- Despite the changes, the amended bill would be progress for student-athletes. (14%, 4 Votes)
- The amended bill should not be passed because it is a watered-down version. (3%, 1 Votes)
Total Voters: 29
Start Date: July 8, 2012 @ 2:04 pm
End Date: January 4, 2013 @ 2:04 pm
A proposed ban by new Los Angeles City Councilmember Mitchell Englander would ban vending machines from selling sugary drinks in Los Angeles parks and libraries. Is this a step in the right direction?
- While the ban would reduce consumption of sodas and other sugary drinks, it is only a surface solution, and does little to help educate the population on how to improve its eating habits. (42%, 45 Votes)
- It is not clear how effective this ban will be if these drinks can be bought elsewhere. (33%, 35 Votes)
- This could prove a positive step to help improve dietary habits of Angelenos. (22%, 24 Votes)
- I am not sure where I fall on this issue. (3%, 3 Votes)
Total Voters: 107
Start Date: June 10, 2012 @ 2:03 pm
End Date: January 4, 2013 @ 2:03 pm
