Lunchtime Confessions: Take a bite: dining and politics
10/23/04
By Rachel Young,
Staff Writer
Maybe you’ve seen the debates, various witty/not-so-witty bumper stickers in the parking lot, or huge political signs on your front lawn, (which I tried to remove, but they’re rooted deep and disguised by tall blades of grass in the summer).
That aside, I had fun asking hungry folk about their political opinions and food.
David Slampak, junior, calls himself a “politically active” member of campus.
What’s the Dave Slampak specialty?
I make a great cheesecake. No toppings; it would ruin it.
How do you think Seton Hill fares, politically?
As a political science student, it’s great to see all the political activity around the SHU community. It shows that students, faculty and staff have a key interest in the election and the voting process.
This was true, as I found myself eating in Lowe Dining Hall surrounded by so many hard-as-steel left and right wings. I could’ve built a formation of F16s.
A self described “bull headed no question about it” republican, Heather Eckart is a family consumer sciences education major in her senior year and a member of the cross country team.
Describe the Heather Eckart Ice Cream Sundae.
Chocolate ice cream, chocolate syrup, and peanut butter cups, with fresh strawberries mixed in.
Why do you take the republican stance?
Because I don’t like democrats.
Why?
I don’t like the people themselves, because they’ve screwed me over. I think John Kerry is a weasel.
Emily Kasky, a senior history and Spanish double major, calls herself a “gung ho and dedicated republican.”
What’s on an “Emily Kasky” pizza?
Plain cheese.
What is your opinion on the televised presidential debates?
I think Bush’s ideas were realistic. Kerry has a plan to implement, but his plans will not be quick. I believe we should not hand over authority to the UN. Kerry dug himself a grave as far as the catholic church is concerned; those committed to catechism have lost support.
Noticing some differing opinions, and facial expressions, at the end of the table, I met Evan Reynolds, freshman. Evan is a creative writing/psychology double major.
Evan describes himself as a democrat with basic liberal views.
Who do you think will win the election?
Kerry is almost at 50% in the last polls I saw.
Why do you think the people will vote for Kerry?
George W. Bush did a far from mediocre job on the war on terror and the economy. John Kerry reiterated that we must trust our foreign allies. If we go to the UN and get more international support, that could help us track down terrorists.
Laura Fleming, sophomore, of the liberal left persuasion, gave me some insight over dessert. Laura is an art therapy major and the art editor of Eye Contact, as well as a SITA (Students in the Arts) member.
What’s on the ‘Laura Fleming’ sandwich?
Turkey, provolone, lettuce, tomato, and ketchup.
What is your opinion on our candidates?
I think that both Kerry and Bush have faults, and their issues do differ. However, I think Kerry has a stronger point. He’s more just with his opinions and his issues.
Non-traditional student and student teacher, Michael Malecki, is a moderate republican a la John McCain and a fencing instructor on campus.
The Malecki salad: define.
Chicken, cheese, cucumbers, carrots and Italian dressing.
Who do you think will win the election?
I believe that Kerry will win electoral votes, but Bush will win the popular. There will be a lot of Pro-Bush states though, which will mean a lot of electoral votes.
So you heard some SHU student’s choices, now it’s time to make some of your own.
Whatever your personal stance may be, GET OUT THERE AND VOTE!
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Posted by Setonian Online at October 23, 2004 10:24 PM
