the statement distributed this morning by the AUB leftists, Palestinian Club, No Fronteirs, Secular Club, Civic Welfare League, Cultural Club of the South, Lebanese Mission Club, Freedom Club, Beirut Heritage Club, Lebanese Heritage Club, independent students, and many other student clubs outside the USFC representation.
A Note from a Deceived Student
“A prince never lacks legitimate reasons to break his promise.” - Niccolo Machiavelli
Unfortunately our VP seems to agree with the founder of the most deceitful political school, turning the demands of thousands of students into a commodity that he sold under political pressure, selling with it everything the students struggled and risked being expelled for to benefit the relation between his political clan and the university’s Administration.
For the sake of objectivity, we must recognize our VP for his outstanding marketing skills. I presume that all of you have received a Blackberry message, a Facebook message or a flier inviting us to join the “REVOLUTION!”
I was glad to honor that invitation and do whatever it takes to oppose the tuition increase. Ironically, it was the first time when my father was asking me to skip classes. The 15 credits policy will turn my university education a nightmare for him, not to mention whether he would be able to ensure a decent higher education for my two younger siblings.
Feeling that I was contributing to a noble cause, I was proud to boycott my classes on Wednesday, May 19, 2010. : Revolution’s Day 1.
Revolution Day 2: More and more lobbying! There is no turning back right now!
Revolution Day 3: The disaster! Our VP might have learned from higher officials that “entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity and are able to turn both to their advantage.” Why don’t we set up a deal with the university’s Administration, trading what thousands of students have protested for?
Mr. VP, thank you for turning us down. Good luck in your political career…
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