More IUSA Election Controversy

On the front page of today's issue of the IDS is an article about more IUSA election controversy. Apparently an investigation is taking place into Kirkwood's actions while campaigning. The news of someone from the Kirkwood ticket stealing important Big Red emails surfaced several weeks ago, but the implications may be much harsher than originally anticipated. Adam Pozza, the Kirkwood congressional candidate who allegedly forwarded the Big Red emails, was issued a fine totaling 20% of Kirkwood's campaign expenses. Further investigation is under way, if Kirkwood ticket is found to have made three violations, they will be disqualified.

I am completely shocked that our student government can be so corrupt and unethical. If this is what it's going to amount to, I think that IU is better off without this type of organization. What shocked me further is that so many students voted for the Kirkwood ticket even after they were found to steal another campaign's emails. Why would you want a shady ticket in charge? It's not like Kirkwood's platform was that much better than everyone else's. I did support their initiation to make a green campus, but I think this idea could be set in action by whatever ticket wins. It's jsut sad that the election is completely a popularity contest and not based on who will actually make IU a better place.