Dear Readers,

Fall 2007 Issue CoverAs you probably now know, GW Discourse is well on its way to becoming an institution within the George Washington University community. Over the last few months, all members of the staff have been busy at work toiling on the editorial fields, helping to make an even better issue than the first.

Our first issue was truly a great success. Our name and attitudes spread throughout campus and beyond, from Marvin Center Student Organizations to Capitol Hill and around the world. In the first few months alone, we registered thousands of hits on our fully functional website as well as witnessed a massive distribution of the print edition on and around campus.

The second issue clearly demonstrates the strengthened abilities of our staff writers and the incredible caliber of our Business, Editorial, and Production Teams. The second issue, replete with juicy political discourse, once again makes headway with three main sections: Political Philosophy, Domestic Affairs, and International Affairs. Within each section lie a number of articles ranging from themes such as China’s growing economy to Former Vice President Al Gore’s influence on modern day environmentalism. Moreover, GW Discourse does not stop in editorial content, but has expanded its production staff as well as its business team. Essentially, the development of a new framework within the organization has allowed for substantial growth, allowing me to encourage you take more than just a look.

As a side note, I must say that being in Washington, DC while putting together this magazine provides each and every one of us with the ammunition to piece together an noteworthy magazine. This city offers us savory ideas all the way from national security to down and dirty politics, as well as provides a distinct cosmopolitan atmosphere like no other, all set against the backdrop of an astoundingly rich, historic skyline. I sincerely hope, to all my readers, that if in DC, you take advantage of the delectable resources available, and if you are not, to come and visit. If anything, I hope GW Discourse and its staff members demonstrate to the community, the city, and the world our commitment to truth and vitality in writing all stemming from our schooling, our backgrounds, and for me, our Washingtonian environment. Thanks and enjoy the articles!

Yours Truly,

Greg Rosen, Editor-in-Chief, GW Discourse

Christopher Wimbush, President, GW Discourse