War-related column offends MSA memberIt is so unfortunate that The Reveille is allowing people to publish articles criticizing an independent country and talks about waging war against Pakistan. Do you guys have any kind of policy of drawing a line between freedom of speech and talking nonsense publicly? I am sure that everyone has personal opinions about politics and religious issues. I am a Pakistani president of MSA and many comments in this article led to disgracing our religion. I know you do not have control over the comments but at least you can avoid articles that talk about waging war. I mean come on, you are an educated person who knows what your responsibilities are. We are so saddened by this article, and I can give you millions of reasons for attacking India, but I am a respectable, educated and peace-loving citizen of the world. No one tolerates their region and country being disgraced by false facts. I really hope The Reveille takes some substantial measures against this article.Ammar Qureshibiological engineering grad student——-India, Pakistan column offends PSA memberI am writing this letter concerning the column that was published a couple of days ago. The column was mainly about India waging a war on Pakistan and Pakistanis. As far as that is concerned, being a Pakistani, I have been seriously offended by the column, the writer and her thoughts. I am a member of PSA on campus (Pakistani Student Association). I would say that it was too offensive and improper. If I get a chance, I can also give 100 reasons to fight with India and Indians but that’s not the case. I believe that there is freedom of speech, but it should be to an extent that is not offensive.I would appeal LSU to take strong action against this and take our letter as official. Your help and cooperation will be greatly appreciated. Hope to hear from you soon.Usman Cheemacivil engineering sophomore
Letters to the Editor
January 19, 2009