Lately, I have read many of the replies and letters sent to Technician. What I get a chuckle from are readers that are defensive about Viewpoint columns; some readers for unknown reasons think there should be an unbiased point to opinions. Something that concerns me is that we are sometimes too politically correct today and our opinions may be too carefully crafted.I don’t try to sugar coat issues. It is no secret that I am a bleeding heart liberal, who hugs trees, is wary of the good old’ boy Student Government comedy show and thinks the Tea Party is nothing more than disgruntled high school dropouts.At the same time, I am just as critical of President Barack Obama and think he has lost touch with the American people; believe immigration issues start with fining companies that continue to hire illegal immigrants; that the bank and auto bailout needed to fail; that health care needed to happen; that gays and lesbians be allowed to serve openly in the military; and support the decriminalization of marijuana.It is no secret that I despise the Talley project because it’s grossly expensive and nobody seems to have a clue as to what the end product will look like. I am not a fan of course evaluations because they seem rigged. I’m tired of all the loud and visible construction around campus. I don’t like WebAssign. And I think “South Park” should be able to produce anything it wants.But these are just a few of my opinions. There is no right or wrong answer; just my opinion. I just choose to inform you on one side of the issue so that you the reader will give me a counterview —and perhaps educate me. Or perhaps, will engage in debate to find common ground. Basically, opinions are like toilet paper. Some like it soft, others like it cheap. But there are a lot of varieties.This summer you will have plenty of opportunities to have an impact, or perhaps, change something in the world. Some of you will engage in study abroad programs, others will intern at companies and most will take a much needed summer break.You will see that no matter where you go, or whom you work with, other nations have vast differences. This is a wonderful thing, but the face of America is much like the opinions of Rush Limbaugh or Glenn Beck. People loath and disagree but continue to stay tuned for the next comment. Perhaps, we are just too bored, or maybe it is because we have a political system of winner take all —we just like to see a winning side. Or perhaps it’s because we only think of the gold medal winner instead of the silver or bronze. While we think we are learning about diverse and complex problems, we are only being entertained without a viable solution or sensible plan. Our country only wants to blame back and forth. Our society has shifted from the politically correct era to the transparent era. The two combined have left us more confused than informed.There are many voices and opinions around our campus and community. But while you take a break this summer, hopefully you will think about how you may impact N.C. State upon your return this fall. There are plenty of organizations that need your help, but most of all there is an inherent value to being involved. Diversity does not just start with taking on both sides; it begins with a healthy debate and, possibly, one side of an issue developing into a broader view. Have a wonderful summer and I hope to hear your opinions upon your return.