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VolumeII .. Number XI Atlanta, Georgia November 25,1991 Wilder Discusses Education By Misha Stums Contributing Writer Virginia Gov. Lawrence. Douglas Wilder, told an audience at Clark Atlanta University filled with students, the media, and local community leaders Friday to stop criticizing and to become involved in politics. Benjamin Brown, a 1961 graduate of Clark College, introduced the speaker. He was elected to the Georgia legislature in 1965 and served as chair of the national Democratic party. "Gov. Wilder represents the next dimension of the political process in America," he said. Speaking in Studio A in the Mass Media Arts department, Gov. Wilder expounded on reshaping America’s higher educational system. He believed this would act as a means of making people more politically active. Reference was also made to how much time American students spend in the classroom annually, as opposed to Asian and German students. Gov. Wilder would like to see the school year extended from 180 days to 200. History was made on Januaiy 13, 1990 when he became the first elected Black governor. He defeated J. Marshal Coleman with less than 7,000 votes between them. The 1952 Chemistry graduate of Virginia Union University became active in politics after pursuing another degree from Howard University’s School of Law. "Everything you do has a political connection," Gov. Wilder said. He added,that he would like to see "more African American visibility in his field." Gov. Wilder opposed taking money from the rich schools and giving it to the poor schools. Instead, he encouraged low budget schools to establish funds. He said that schools receiving endowments should give pay raises to instructors first before Wilder tells students his about plans ijelected president of the United States, Democratic candidate. Wilder, give students his autograph at the 1991 Minority Job Conference- accessible to the needs of the elderly, and accountable by encouraging youth not to smoke, drink and to stay healthy by exercising regularly. The 1992 Democratic presidential candidate has 16-years of Virginia legislature experience and four years as lieutenant governor of the state. Gov. Wilder discussed ho\fr he would change the "Just Say No" slogan if elected President of the country. He does not believe the slogan is effective. Those addicted to drugs need treatment, education and support from the government, churches, schools and parents, according to Gov. Wilder. He also said that more Blacks are coming into the political arena. David Dinkins of New York; Michael R. White of Cleveland, Ohio; Chester Jenkins of Durham, North Carolina; John Daniels of New Haven, Connecticut; Norman Rice of Seattle, Washington; Coleman Young of Detroit, Michigan; and Maynard Jackson of Atlanta all are Black mayors. Gov. Wilder attacked the state song of Virginia, "Carry Me Back to Old Virginny", because he believed the lyrics suggested that Blacks enjoyed being slaves and thought if they continued to serve their masters, they could go to heaven. He banned the song after he was elected . He said that his grandparents, former slaves, would be proud of the progress he has made, building or renovating a gymnasium. "I was impressed with the way he voiced his opinion. He said what he had to say and did not bite his tongue, regardless of how other people perceived his views." said Cynthia Price, a CAU sophomore. Gov. Wilder said that he is looking out for the best interests for the state of Virginia. Currently he is focusing on education, drug abuse, tax relief, and more services for the elderly. He has implemented the three A's of the health care system. He wants health care to be affordable, Omegas In The Dog House By Tonya Latimer News Editor Eleven Clark Atlanta University Omega Psi Phi fraternity members were arrested on misdemeanor charges for an alleged hazing incident that hospitalized, a CAU sophomore. The names of those arrested are not being released. The members of the fraternity are denying the allegations. According to reports, they said that the 20- year-old victim, James Bush Jr., was injured while they were playing football at Washington High School. However, Atlanta police officer, W. G. Mosher, said, "Members of Omega Psi Phi fraternity took Mr. Bush to a football field behind Washington High School about 6 p.m. Sunday, where they hit him and 10 other pledges with a wooden paddle in the buttocks and kidney area." "His buttocks were raw," said Bush's mother. "This should be stopped. I don't like it one damn bit." In addition, she said she wants the fraternity members punished to the fullest extent. In a written statement, CAU president, Dr. Thomas W. Cole Jr. said, "The university will not tolerate hazing in any form." Hazing is against the law in Georgia with a penalty of one year in jail or a $5,000 fine. Bush was released from the hospital last week. The Omega Psi Phi fraternity, CAU chapter, has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation. See the next issue of The Panther for an update on Omegas In The Dog House j mm mmmim ■ i Jacque Maddox page 2 j Politicians Speak page 3 ! Who's to Blame page 4 j CAU rocks Morehouse page 5 ! Athlete Graduation page 5 j Brand New Heavies page 6 ■ I