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I also consider it a source of pride for ACC. However, since all endeav- ors can be improved, I am expressing . a concern I have about your October 28, 1992, issue. Three of four letters ended with no signatures, a practice more suitable to the Ann Landers column or a tabloid than to the editorial page of a college newspaper. I question 1he Polemic 's policy allow- ing students and staff to have their opinions published un- signed. Omitting the names of writers allows unidentified critics, posturing as respon- sible citizens, to level their I cheap shots at other citizens who are deprived of the chance to directly challenge their named accusers "eye-to-eye." This practice is like sniping. The sniper conceals her or his presence to guarantee a direct strike and escape the threat of having to answer for the con- sequences of the deed. It can also be compared to vandal- ism or destructive graffiti. elicit a response so that we · can begin dialogue to solve a problem, then sign your name to your letter. If you wish to "go over my head," then go for it, don't talk about it. The appropiate people to talk to would be the College President, Dr. Donald New- port, or the Lumberjack Booster Club President, Mr. David Zeller. that, effective November 16, we will have a new policy on extra items. The new policy will be that if you are buying food at the snack bar, we will "within reason" provide ex- tra napkins, or an extra cup, or water free of charge. If you are not buying food, those items will not be available. We are providing these extra items as a service to our cus- On a more positive note, tomers. problems with food pricing are not the fault of Jean or Kathy, because I set the pric- ing for the snack bars. I was not aware that we are charg- ing different prices at our two snack bars. I will discuss pric- ing with Jean and Kathy and the prices will be the same by November 15. We will send a directive to both snack bar managers As for Jean being rude and ill mannered, I flat out don't believe that, especially when conveyed by the "un- known concerned student." You state that she said "Go to the bathroom · and get one," when responding to your question about a free napkin to go with your sack lunch. Our response from now Destroy and rinted onl hide! It's just not fair and rarely, and only in ex- certainly not respectable. traordinary cases in which I believe this practice of harmful reprisals are likely to omitting names diminishes the occur against the writer if her quality of debate and will pro- or his name is known. gressively erode The Polemic Sincerely, as a serious forum for discus- Roger M. Phillips sion of important issues. It English Instructor rewards and encourages cow- Editor's note: ards. Free press and free The Polemic will withhold speech depend on the checks the name of anyone who wishes and balances of ongoing dia- to remain anonymous, however, logue and ultimate duty to hon- names are available upon re- esty. The practice of freely quest. publishing unsigned letters, on -------- the other hand, squelches dia- logue and acquits the writer prematurely of responsibility to honest, courageous, and reasonable public discourse. Even in the courts of law, Dear Sir: I am writing to ask if it is possible for you to place an ad for me, regarding correspondence, in your school newspaper. I am on death row at the the accused has the right to Arizona State Prison. I would confront the accuser. It seems only fair to expect the same civilty in the public forum of an editorial page. Those who accuse or complain certainly have the right to do so, but they should face the scrutiny of the reading public who may demand that they further ex- plain and defend their claims. If they do not acknowledge who they are, what price do writers pay for not telling the truth? I suggest that unsigned let- like to exchange ideas and expe- riences with any of your readers who might care to write me. If you cannot run an ad, · · would you please post this letter on a bulletin board where it can be ·seen and read. My name and address is: EDWARD McCAIL P.O. 44134 FLORENCE, ARIZ. 85232 Thank you for your time and courtesy. Sincerely, Edward McCall on will be, "pack a napkin when you pack your lunch and please don't ask us for give-aways as they are only available to out customers." In conclusion, we are only in the food service business chase our products. In the future, if you have questions about our operations, please talk to me and I will listen. Sincerely, Frank A. McCourt to make a profit to totally P.S. Negative Letters to fund scholarships for athletes, the Editor are offensive and student activities, Student . cowardly to me when not Senate and the Polemic Staff. signed. At least break through We have higher food cost the apathy on campus and because we, as a general give students something to rule, have to buy pre-cooked think about. Perhaps you food in accordance with our should . also involve Student license restrictions. We try Senate if you have future to provide our product as problems. That's what they cheaply as possible to stu- are there for and I think they dents who choose to pur- will listen.