Letters to the Editor

A pressing subject

Regarding 'Code of silence' (Friday, Oct. 26. 2007):

Here is a subject that demands a comment from the University. In the latest Sierra Club Magazine, 10 universities were cited for their efforts to go green and promote energy savings. Guess which Ivy League school was on the list? Harvard. Guess which Ivy League school was cited for its lack of effort? Yes, it was Princeton. Any comments?

Better get some comments into The Daily Princetonian soon. Robert Givey '58

New alcohol enforcement policy violates rights

Regarding 'University tightens alcohol enforcement policy' (Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007):

Someone in the administration needs to get a hold on this trend and fast. Public Safety patrolling the hallways will only exacerbate the already gigantic amount of students' rights violations that occur each and every night. It saddens me to see that the people running Princeton are so incredibly out of touch with how to successfully combat excessive alcohol consumption because this is not it! Peter Eichler '08

Increase in capital gains tax would have negative consequences

Regarding 'Searching for equality in taxation' (Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007):

I admire Michael Medeiros '10 for tackling such a significant issue. An increase in the capital gains tax rate, however, would not simply be a penalty on the rich or those who derive their income from selling stocks. It would hit every person who holds a 401(k), IRA, pension plan or otherwise. The capital gains tax rate is lower than most marginal income tax brackets in order to reward capital investment. Such capital investment (be it through securities or actual hard goods) helps create jobs as capital requires working people in order to be utilized.

An increase in the capital gains tax rate could leave marginal investors at bay (when an increase is implemented) or spur significant selling at the sign of legislation. Both would be devastating in a teetering U.S. economy. Ari Weinberg '99

A way to alleviate the crowded gym

Regarding 'No gym renovation in sight' (Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007):

In response to an article about a need for expansion of the Stephens Fitness Center, I wanted to take a moment to make a few easy suggestions that can help alleviate some of the crowded conditions.

?Stephens is open from 6:30 a.m. to 11:45 p.m., Monday through Friday, as well as offering weekend hours. The gym is generally most crowded during the late afternoon and early evening — so try starting your day with a workout, or take advantage of the free lockers offered in Dillon and stash your gear here so you can squeeze in some exercise between classes or after an evening meal. A little advance planning can be the key to making fitness part of your daily routine. In addition, I would be remiss not to point out our extensive schedule of group and instructional fitness classes — these are great options for many exercisers on campus. Campus Recreation offers classes throughout the day, from kickboxing and step aerobics to yoga, martial arts and dance classes. Check out our website to see our latest schedule. We hope to see you in Dillon! Susan Crane Coordinator of Group & Instructional Programming