Yesterday was the first official day of campaigning for the upcoming Undergraduate Assembly elections. And although rain put a damper on the barrage of flyering that would have taken place starting at 6 a.m., a few ambitious candidates got a jump start on their campaign efforts.
Up until voting begins next Tuesday, expect to see Locust Walk littered with posters boasting catchy (or pointless) slogans and little else of substance.
At least that's the way it has been in the past.
But this year could -- and should -- be different. Candidates and voters alike should seize this opportunity to engage in a discussion of campus issues.
Those running for election or re-election must take time to seriously consider what direction they want to see the UA take, and that vision should be communicated to the voting public. And by the same token, all students have an obligation to be informed of these issues as the election nears.
To aid in this pursuit, the DP will launch an online directory of candidates, their personal statements and any endorsements that they may receive from campus organizations.
All those eligible to vote owe it to themselves and their fellow students to make informed decisions in this election.
Candidates should be judged on their merits and their ideas for how to improve the University, not on their sense of humor. Choosing a body that allocates millions of dollars should not be a laughing matter.
