Dear Editor,
I happened to read a letter written by “The Inquisition” that was placed in the racks of the East Tennessean without the paper’s knowledge. The letter itself with its flamboyant usage of imagery was distasteful to say the least. The argument presented was based on the funding of an organization for which this group apparently disagrees with. Not only did this letter make the aforementioned argument, but it also made what I see as an inappropriate analogy with an administrator of this campus.
I am a firm supporter of our First Amendment rights, however, I also believe that one must stand up for their convictions and be willing to openly defend their arguments. If one dares to make a moral argument, should they not also be willing to martyr their name with it, then what amount of credibility could be possibly give such literature, or should I say propaganda?
The intentional obscurity of this group leaves us without anyone to answer our questions, thus we are left only with our conjecture about such, so let me share my thoughts about their letter and the absence of the author(s)’ signature(s). Their unwillingness to defend their arguments brings us to the question of whether or not they truly believe what they say. Most secret societies do not advertise their existence, for such defeats the purpose of the society being secret. The secrecy publicized by this group indicates insecurity and instability, not a sense of honor or altruistic motive.
I have always believed in doing what is right, equitable and just. I have always been willing to put my name on the line for what I believe. Why can’t the author(s) of this letter do the same?
David Michael Lane
Editor’s Note: The East Tennessean neither condones nor supports the letter circulated on campus. These letters were placed in our racks without our consent.

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