NEWS
MARCH 2008
THE CHIEF 2
ELECTION 2008 (continued from page 1) With three qualified candidates to choose from, the process of a picking a president can seem quite daunting at times. Here are eight major platforms of concern in the upcoming election:
OBAMA
CLINTON
McCAIN
• Energy & EnvironmentWill reduce carbon emissions 80 percent by 2050, invest in a clean energy future, support next generation biofuels, and set America on path to oil independence. • Education- Supports early childhood education, believes in the importance of K-12, will recruit, retain and reward teachers, and provide financial aid for higher education. • Iraq- Will bring troops home safely while reaching a new compact on the stability of Iraq and the whole
• Energy & EnvironmentWill steer the country towards energy independence and away from dependence on foreign sources of oil. • Education- Supports greater educational opportunities for all children. Will place more emphasis on early education. Wants to improve the K-12 system in order to ensure that every child is prepared. • Iraq- Supports the Iraq Troop Protection and Reduction Act of 2007 as a plan to end the war before the next president takes the oath of office. Will enact a three-step plan including phased deployment, securing stability as troops return and a new intensive diplomatic initiate in the region, and source: www.smh.com.au end the war. • Health- Supports universal healthcare. • Economy- Supports the reform of middle working-class America (higher wages, less time). • Immigration- Will address the illegal immigrant problem with respect to the illegal aliens and the American peoples issues. • Family- Supports and wants to further the stable “family dynamic”thoughout America. • Homeland Security- Wants to restore America’s reputation in the world and will lead America in the right direction though alliances, foreign policy and a strong foundation for bipartisan consensus.
• Energy & EnvironmentCommitted to clean air and water, conserving open space; has been a leader on the issue of global warming, calling the nation to action on this pressing issue. • Education- Believes US schools should compete to be the most innovative, flexible and student-centered environments. Supports competitive recruitment of the most effective, character-building teachers to be hired and rewarded. • Iraq- Committed to succeeding in Iraq and helping the Iraqi people build a stable, secure, representative state. Believes that failure in Iraq will endanger American prosperity and security for generations. • Health- Will bring costs under control to stop the erosion of affordable health insurance; will save Medicare and Medicaid; protect private health benefits for retirees, and allow healthcare companies to effectively compete. • Economy- Will cut corporate tax rate from 35 to 25 percent, allow first-year deduction, or Expensing of Equipment and Technology Investments and Establish Permanent Tax Credit Equal to 10 Percent Of Wages Spent. • Immigration- Tighter border security, effective screening of cargo at ports and other points of entry. • Family- Believes that abortion should not be decided by the Supreme Court, and believes that the institution of marriage is a union between one man and one woman. • Homeland Security- Committed to ensuring excellence of the United States Armed Forces, and honoring its promises to them for their service.
of the Middle East – including Iran and Syria. • Health- Will provide quality, affordable and portable coverage for all. • Economy- Provide middle class tax relief, will create jobs and reform bankruptcy laws. • Immigration- Will create secure borders, improve the immigration system, remove incentives to enter illegally and negotiate with Mexico to improve the situation. • Family- Will support working families and work to strengthen fatherhood. • Homeland Security- Wants to protect chemical plants, keep drinking water safe, and protect the public from radioactive releases.
Hillary vs. Barack:
WHO WILL GET THE TITLE?
BY LISA TOTINO COPY EDITOR
The Massapequa High School Chess Club anticipates another exciting and competitive year ahead. The chess club’s advisor, Mr. Herman, a retired teacher from the Massapequa school district, has stressed the importance of the old proverb that “practice makes perfect.” In preparation for tournaments, many of the club members have an understanding that chess is a game won by logic, strategy and continual practice. Presently, the three senior captains are Matt Donohue, Gabe Dash, and Jonathan Skurka, who, additionally, are some of the club’s most valuable players. “The team shows real promise and potential and we have a good chance to win many of the upcoming tournaments,” said Matt Donohue in regards to his expectations for the current year. As predicted, they are well on their way! Meeting yearround, the club members devote their time twice a week to convene for additional practice. The chess club has already taken first place in both the Semi-County Championships and the County Championships, gaining the title of “Nassau County Champions.” Members are hoping to achieve success in the New York State competition in order to advance to the national level. “The team is ready for anything,” said participant Nipun Marwaha. “No school can stand in our way.” source: www.chesspiece.com
Chief Editors Put Article About Themselves in Newspaper BY I.M. NEWSPAPER CHIEF WORSHIPPER
COMIC BY T.J.KELLY
High Expectations for MHS Chess Team
The newspaper kids are at it again! On Tuesday, March 4, the editorial staff of The Chief took an epic journey (via minibus) to Adelphi University, where they were the recipients of bountiful knowledge, delicious sandwiches, and—yes!— three Quill Awards. After engaging in heated newspaper-debates regarding war, politics, and journalism, the annual Quill Awards ceremony took place, giving deserved recognition to some of Long Island’s most dedicated high school journalists. Editor-in-Chief Chris Ryan took home first place for his comic, “Senioritis,” which ran
in the October issue, and the staff earned Honorary Mention in the “Best Editorial” category for their introspective look at the new homeroom system. Finally, this year’s brand-spankin’-new layout earned The Chief second place in the “Best Front Page Layout” category. Congratulations to…erm…us!
Photo by MC (not the Hammer kind)