I am writing in response to the articles on the University of Missouri Fraternity members vandalizing and (Chris Miller’s) recent editorial (dated Monday, November 18th) on why you decided not to ignore the story and print what exactly happened.

I would like to congratulate you on not selling out like most journalists who choose not to report the news that they have ties to.

Although you had personal connections to the fraternity brothers who took their pledge skip here and chose to vandalize a few of the houses in our Greek society, you took into account your “friend” obligation and your obligation to give ISU the whole story.

In deciding to print those articles, you did not betray any “brotherhood” or friendship you have with these men, but in fact solidified your commitment to reporting what effects us here at ISU.

In my opinion, you gained more respect by printing what happened than if you would have used your power at The Daily to let the story “slide” or merely let it be “swept” underneath the proverbial rug.

Your wise decision to print the story and the short follow-ups throughout the week proved that you have the ability to be an objective journalist and your ability to be the Editor-in Chief of the Daily.

Also, thank you for giving a future journalist the hope that not all journalists out in the world are looking for the sensationalistic story, but looking for the story that affects and involves the public.

As for your quips on applying for a job at the Rec or the library…

Although these may seem to be “safe” jobs; they cannot quite compare to the satisfaction one receives from writing an article or editorial that is shaping, molding and informing the public’s view.

By the way, the library is conveniently located by Durham and the Hub.

Amy Potter

Freshman

Journalism and Mass Communication