Parties are the Biggest Problem?

Like I said in this post, the concern of the legislature and the administration seems a tad misplaced. I dislike using the unfortunate experiences of other people to make a political point, but there is a serious crime and violence problem in the U-District and, by and large, UW students tend to be the victims. Case in point, courtesy of the Daily:

According to a press release by the SPD, two individuals — one of whom is a UW student — were walking on 18th Avenue. Northeast approaching Northeast 50th Street at about 2 a.m. Sunday morning. They were accosted by three men, described in the report as being about 20 years old with medium builds.

According to the victims’ testimony, one of the suspects displayed a small, semi-automatic handgun, which he pointed at the victims. The suspects instructed the victims to empty their pockets and then walk away quietly. The victims complied and left the scene unharmed.

I’m no huge fan of the Greek system. But how many Greeks do you think are packing at two in the morning? I heartily encourage the legislature and administration to address this neighborhood's unique issues and start protecting us.