The Vanguard annually endorses candidates in the ASPSU election that we as an editorial board find to be best suited for the job. This year, however, the pool of candidates is lacking not only in size but also in diversity.
The Vanguard’s 2010 ASPSU candidate endorsements
President and Vice President
The Vanguard annually endorses candidates in the ASPSU election that we as an editorial board find to be best suited for the job. This year, however, the pool of candidates is lacking not only in size but also in diversity.
At the beginning of the election, voters had two choices for president and vice president. But now, after the disqualification of two candidates on petty technicalities, the student body is left with no choice in their leadership.
As the Vanguard Editorial Board members attempt to make our endorsements, we find it regretful that we have no more than one candidate to select from.
We instead strongly urge the Elections Board to reopen applications for candidacy and to postpone the elections—if not reinstate all candidates. This will allow for more competitors in the race, and for the student body to have a choice on voting day.
SFC Chair
We endorse Krystine McCants for SFC Chair. Her interest and understanding of student groups on an individual level is a refreshing concept. This could result in more efficient use of student fees through responsible spending. Further, the emphasis she places on liaisons developing relationships with student groups is encouraging. We find that her experience this year interning with the SFC will be an asset, and are delighted to endorse her.
