The Washington Post After months squandered on such trivial pursuits as the liberation of Kuwait, the savings and loan bailout and the search for a Democratic presidential candidate, Washington finally has focused on an important objective: getting itself...

As a nation we send our gratitude to those members of the armed forces who served in Operation Desert Storm. We thank the men and women who left their families and friends to carry out their mission in the Persian Gulf, and pray for the families who lost...

Well, it seems to be that time of year again—Gay Awareness Week, and along with it—Jeans Day. If tradition holds true, the next couple of weeks will find this page filled with letters regarding this oh, so misunderstood event. Most of the arguments...

Last week's column dealt with coercive sexual behavior. Research suggests that there is a continuum of what our culture now defines as normal male-interpersonal sexual behavior. To some males this also appears to include violent aggressive sexual behavior....

Students should get involved in some of the activities going on during Gay/Lesbian Awareness and International Relations weeks. This week has been designated for awareness programs and students should make that extra step to get a better understanding...

Ahh ... Spring! When a young man's fancy turns to thoughts of ... romance? Nah, we don't need seasonal changes for an excuse to be horny. The NCAA championship? Well maybe, but it's almost over. Here's a subtle hint: Opening Day! Playoffs! NBA championship!...

Well, that time of year has returned where people wear jeans to show their support of "human rights" (or at least that's the way the Gay/Lesbian Union advertised it.) Why don't you just come out and say what you mean? Since it's Gay/Lesbian Awareness...

When I consider some of the ridiculous letters I have read in this newspaper, I am not sure why I feel compelled to respond to this one in particular. Maybe it is because I fear that Mr. Bugh's point of view (as expressed in his March 28 letter) is all...

Once again, the ecosystem of Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is faced with the threat of oil drilling on its coastal plain. The coastal plain of this unspoiled wilderness supports approximately 180,000 caribou, grizzlies, wolves and more than...

The Washington Post It won't show up in the polls or in the speeches of politicians. It may not even show up in private conversations among friends. Still, I am convinced there is a public consensus on the "underclass"—the discouraged and alienated...

On April 2 the voters will have a tough decision to make. I hope everyone registered to vote takes the couple of minutes it takes to vote. The polling places are open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. A high student turnout will make the students look more responsible....

Boy, talk about putting your foot in your mouth! Last week this column concluded by pointing out the United States' war on drugs was inadequate. Well, thanks to Virginia's law enforcement community, this columnist stands corrected. In case you haven't...