Editorial September 21, 1992 Issue

Choosing sides

Nathan A. Talbot

A neighborhood was up in arms over how a piece of property in its midst was going to be used. As individuals with deep feelings about a historic landmarking question marched from home to home presenting their case, people found it difficult not to begin taking sides.

A group of college students sat around after class discussing one of the professors, whose teaching methods were becoming increasingly controversial. Attitudes became polarized. The sides formed.

Think back over this past year. If you've found yourself having to choose sides over an issue, you're probably right in the mainstream. Most of us, whether in little or larger ways, have had to confront a dilemma.

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