Comments on: Jared Axelrod begins term on the right foot http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/ Free Minds, Free Markets, Free Booze Sun, 07 Sep 2008 13:56:07 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 By: Ryan J. Thomas http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14192 Ryan J. Thomas Fri, 02 Jun 2006 00:47:13 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14192 Nonetheless, I dont think just because we have a surplus we need to waste money. $16,000 seems a bit much for a band that is marginal at best. Nonetheless, I dont think just because we have a surplus we need to waste money. $16,000 seems a bit much for a band that is marginal at best.

]]> By: Timothy http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14191 Timothy Fri, 02 Jun 2006 00:30:01 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14191 Hey, a "free" concert is more than anybody ever got out of OSPIRG. Hey, a “free” concert is more than anybody ever got out of OSPIRG.

]]> By: Ian http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14189 Ian Thu, 01 Jun 2006 23:49:30 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14189 Ozomatli's ability or popularity as a band is really irrelevant. Personally, I'd much rather go see them than Eminem or about 95% of the other groups out there because they play some damn good music, despite whatever political views they hold. What <em>is</em> relevant, however, is that the Senate is using safety net surplus funds on an "emergency" concert. If I have time later tonight (which is unlikely) I'll post more about this later along with some quotes from last night's meeting. Ozomatli’s ability or popularity as a band is really irrelevant. Personally, I’d much rather go see them than Eminem or about 95% of the other groups out there because they play some damn good music, despite whatever political views they hold.

What is relevant, however, is that the Senate is using safety net surplus funds on an “emergency” concert. If I have time later tonight (which is unlikely) I’ll post more about this later along with some quotes from last night’s meeting.

]]> By: Ryan J. Thomas http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14185 Ryan J. Thomas Thu, 01 Jun 2006 23:18:19 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14185 I dont understand why the band Ozomatli is being paid $16,000 for an event. I heard that for $2,000 more the University of Oregon could hire Eminem to come perform. Now, I am not a big fan neccesarily of Eminem, but I think a known name, would be worth the money spent versus some band that I personally have never heard of. Last night I listened to Ozomatli, and I was disgusted by their music. I did a bit of research, and apparently they won an grammy. Since no one directly addresed my question of what the point of bringing this band to UO, I had to find out for myself. If Ozomatli is being paid $16,000 for being diverse and exemplifying a diverse culture that the UO is suppose to support, how will it help diversity here at this school. I think its a bit naive to assume that, and its a bit audacious to bring that band here to UO. If diversity is such a priority, then how can one think that a band is going to solve or help this situation! I dont understand why the band Ozomatli is being paid $16,000 for an event. I heard that for $2,000 more the University of Oregon could hire Eminem to come perform. Now, I am not a big fan neccesarily of Eminem, but I think a known name, would be worth the money spent versus some band that I personally have never heard of. Last night I listened to Ozomatli, and I was disgusted by their music. I did a bit of research, and apparently they won an grammy. Since no one directly addresed my question of what the point of bringing this band to UO, I had to find out for myself. If Ozomatli is being paid $16,000 for being diverse and exemplifying a diverse culture that the UO is suppose to support, how will it help diversity here at this school. I think its a bit naive to assume that, and its a bit audacious to bring that band here to UO. If diversity is such a priority, then how can one think that a band is going to solve or help this situation!

]]> By: Toby http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14157 Toby Thu, 01 Jun 2006 21:43:10 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14157 Because it is an emergency Ryan. Atleast that was the reason last night. Because it is an emergency Ryan. Atleast that was the reason last night.

]]> By: Ryan J. Thomas http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14153 Ryan J. Thomas Thu, 01 Jun 2006 20:41:18 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14153 Can someone please address my question above? Can someone please address my question above?

]]> By: Timothy http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14151 Timothy Thu, 01 Jun 2006 19:13:33 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14151 Man, from what I heard that Hughes/Gracie fight was pathetic. Gracie, I think, didn't take it very seriously, didn't train that hard, and is almost 40. Hughes seemed stunned in the post-fight interview. Man, from what I heard that Hughes/Gracie fight was pathetic. Gracie, I think, didn’t take it very seriously, didn’t train that hard, and is almost 40. Hughes seemed stunned in the post-fight interview.

]]> By: Andy http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14150 Andy Thu, 01 Jun 2006 19:10:28 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14150 My money is on matt hughes... My money is on matt hughes…

]]> By: Toby http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14145 Toby Thu, 01 Jun 2006 18:31:29 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14145 Elections would be much more fair if it was a fight to tapout. Elections would be much more fair if it was a fight to tapout.

]]> By: Ian http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14133 Ian Thu, 01 Jun 2006 17:38:18 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14133 <em>Things would be better if they replaced the PFC with the UFC.</em> I'll admit that I'd go into hearings with a bit more trepidation. Things would be better if they replaced the PFC with the UFC.

I’ll admit that I’d go into hearings with a bit more trepidation.

]]> By: Timothy http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14118 Timothy Thu, 01 Jun 2006 17:06:03 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14118 Things would be better if they replaced the PFC with the UFC. Things would be better if they replaced the PFC with the UFC.

]]> By: Gabrielle http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14115 Gabrielle Thu, 01 Jun 2006 17:02:17 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14115 Ok I bit. I looked at the Ozomatli web site. WTF! Why is any student money being spent on this crap! Oh, goody yet anouther event where republicans will be demonized. What happened to an inclusive campus where all viewpoints can be heard? I've certaintly heard enough socialism to last a lifetime. When do I get hear that capitalism is the best damn system that exists and may ever exist. Capitalism is what humans default to, not an imposed system! They can all go Fuck themselves. Damn I'm glad I am graduating from this hell-hole. Ok I bit. I looked at the Ozomatli web site. WTF! Why is any student money being spent on this crap! Oh, goody yet anouther event where republicans will be demonized. What happened to an inclusive campus where all viewpoints can be heard? I’ve certaintly heard enough socialism to last a lifetime. When do I get hear that capitalism is the best damn system that exists and may ever exist. Capitalism is what humans default to, not an imposed system! They can all go Fuck themselves. Damn I’m glad I am graduating from this hell-hole.

]]> By: Ryan J. Thomas http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14093 Ryan J. Thomas Thu, 01 Jun 2006 09:05:04 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14093 What exactly is the point of bringing Ozomatli to the University of Oregon? What exactly is the point of bringing Ozomatli to the University of Oregon?

]]> By: Student http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14090 Student Thu, 01 Jun 2006 08:52:55 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14090 Just pointing out, look at the facebook group for Ozomatli. The majority of members in the group are also in the Jared and Julianna campaign group. Just pointing out, look at the facebook group for Ozomatli. The majority of members in the group are also in the Jared and Julianna campaign group.

]]> By: Jared http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14086 Jared Thu, 01 Jun 2006 08:19:52 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14086 Mike- I can assure you that it was something "schemed" up by myself, Juliana, and Madeline (the ASUO Finance Coordinator), who were the three co-authors of the veto - not Ashley. From my perspective, I saw one of two things happening: 1) override the veto and reapprove $20,000 (less likely b/c it needs more votes) or, 2) reapprove an amount other than $20,000 (more likely, cause it only needs a simple majority). The senate took option 2, and we will see where we go from there. Mike- I can assure you that it was something “schemed” up by myself, Juliana, and Madeline (the ASUO Finance Coordinator), who were the three co-authors of the veto - not Ashley. From my perspective, I saw one of two things happening: 1) override the veto and reapprove $20,000 (less likely b/c it needs more votes) or, 2) reapprove an amount other than $20,000 (more likely, cause it only needs a simple majority). The senate took option 2, and we will see where we go from there.

]]> By: Ian http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14070 Ian Thu, 01 Jun 2006 06:58:40 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14070 <em>Although, what I dont know is: what did happen at tonights meeting?</em> The budget request was approved for $16,000, effectively overriding the veto. Although, what I dont know is: what did happen at tonights meeting?

The budget request was approved for $16,000, effectively overriding the veto.

]]> By: Mike http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14068 Mike Thu, 01 Jun 2006 06:52:09 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14068 Jeff, rumors often have basis in true. It was likely something schemed up by Ashley Rees. If you thought a bit more broad Jeff, you would see that no one need override the veto but rather change the amount (the stunt the PFC pulled earlier this year) and pass it with 8 (its currently a majority! lucky us...). Come on Jared, Ashley, or whoever you are... I mean Jeff, get with the program! Jeff, rumors often have basis in true. It was likely something schemed up by Ashley Rees. If you thought a bit more broad Jeff, you would see that no one need override the veto but rather change the amount (the stunt the PFC pulled earlier this year) and pass it with 8 (its currently a majority! lucky us…). Come on Jared, Ashley, or whoever you are… I mean Jeff, get with the program!

]]> By: Jeff http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14066 Jeff Thu, 01 Jun 2006 06:43:41 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14066 MIke- As you say, it was a rumor. Jared knew that he didnt have enough votes from slate members who were on senate (8) to override his veto (11). He would have had to rely on some returners or other new senators to help him sustain his veto. Although, what I dont know is: what did happen at tonights meeting? MIke- As you say, it was a rumor. Jared knew that he didnt have enough votes from slate members who were on senate (8) to override his veto (11). He would have had to rely on some returners or other new senators to help him sustain his veto. Although, what I dont know is: what did happen at tonights meeting?

]]> By: Toby http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14059 Toby Thu, 01 Jun 2006 06:05:03 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14059 It is great to see that no growth was granted to groups during this year's PFC process but that the Senate can give 16,000 dollars to someone who wants to throw a concert. I admit the idea is cool and will benefit students, but the only reason it ever came before the Senate was because they thought the Surplus was going to rollover and it was a use it or lose it situation. They group proposing the concert even said that to the Senate. When it was discovered the surplus was safe, the concert still went forward. I think next year we should have Cher come to create a good campus enviornment? Any other ideas? Celine Dion? It is great to see that no growth was granted to groups during this year’s PFC process but that the Senate can give 16,000 dollars to someone who wants to throw a concert. I admit the idea is cool and will benefit students, but the only reason it ever came before the Senate was because they thought the Surplus was going to rollover and it was a use it or lose it situation. They group proposing the concert even said that to the Senate. When it was discovered the surplus was safe, the concert still went forward. I think next year we should have Cher come to create a good campus enviornment? Any other ideas? Celine Dion?

]]> By: Mike http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14057 Mike Thu, 01 Jun 2006 05:56:47 +0000 http://www.oregoncommentator.com/2006/05/30/jared-axelrod-begins-term-on-the-right-foot/#comment-14057 Rumor has it that Jared vetoed the concert request because he knew the slate would override it. Did they? Rumor has it that Jared vetoed the concert request because he knew the slate would override it. Did they?

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