Former ASPSU student leaders are trying to make an impact in the community.

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The Portland City Council has been mired in controversy for some time now, so it’s no surprise that it seems like everyone in Portland is running for a seat on the city council. Into the mix of candidates has entered former ASPSU Sstudent Body President Rudy Soto, who served as president in 2007-2008. Soto is seeking the city council seat held by Dan Saltzman. Soto is currently a senior at PSU.

Soto is not the only PSU student active in Oregon politics beyond the university level. Former ASPSU President Hannah Fisher and her Vice President, Kyle Cady, were both active volunteers on the recent pro- 66/67 campaigns; both ballot measures passed by wide margins on January 26th. In addition, Fisher serves on the Oregon State Board of Higher Education (OSBHE) in her capacity as Outreach Coordinator for the Disabilities Advocacy Cultural Association (DACA). As the cases of Soto, Fisher, and Cady illustrate, those who run for ASPSU are often interested in serving publicly.

This ASPSU election season, perhaps students should ask potential candidates, when they announce their candidacy, about their intentions once their tenures are finished. Student government serves as a springboard for future service, which should be considered by voters when determining the worthiness of candidates for office.

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Crimean War

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Every student should learn how to make a change in the community and use their right to voice for their opinion and stand up for it. Every chance that they have to make a change and help should be well taken by them.

Friday 07 May 2010, 19:19

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