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After the defeat of George McGovern in 1972 by a margin of forty-nine states to one, a member of Manhattan's literati said in disbelief, "But everyone I know voted for him!" This was probably true; and just another reason why we should talk to people with whom we disagree--we might hear something new and could learn something in the process. A similar need for discourse was evident in the recent discussion surrounding JALT's policy on discrimination in employment practices. The Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Hiroshima showed that there is more than one side to this debate. While most members are opposed to unfair practices, many speakers at the AGM disagreed on how best to officially express that position. In an effort to help promote dialogue within JALT about employment issues, the JIC will, space permitting, publish short op-ed pieces from members. Submissions should be limited to 300 words, well written, and above all civil. Please feel free to contact me by e-mail or fax. Opinions expressed in this column (including this one) are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the JIC, The Language Teacher or JALT. Craig Sower Editor's Note:We would like to thank all those who helped with the JIC in Hiroshima: Peter Skaer, Julia Sharron, Alton Cole, Wayne Johnson and Ken Dillon donated their time to help bring you job information.
The Web Corner:Starting with the New Year, the JIC will bring you updates and tips on job-related Internet connections and websites. These have been provided by JIC Co-chair, Ken Dillon. Your comments are appreciated. The excellent Jet Program site at Sheffield University shut down around November 1, 1996. This link: <http://www.shef.ac.uk/~eas/info/jet/> is dead.The APIC Jet Program site has changed its address slightly and now reads: <http://www.apic.or.jp/japaninfo/JETFAQ/> Interested in the Jet Program? Check out the "JET/JETAA Participants" page at <http://wacky.ccit.arizona.edu/~susd/jet.html> This page is run by people who have been in the Jet Program. Besides links they have a "List" (like JALT-CALL) where folks may join in discussions about JET. The Linguistic Funland people at the U of Nevada (Reno) have a very good job page at: <http://math.unr.edu/linguistics/job.postings.html> Looking for work? Check out Dave Sperling's excellent "ESL Job Center on the Web" at <http://www.pacificnet.net/~sperling/jobcenter.html> Definitely explore the ESL Job Center's three boards: ESL Jobs: Discussion, for job-related discussions; ESL Jobs: Offered, for current job announcements; and ESL Jobs: Wanted, for those seeking a position. While Dave posts notices for positions world-wide, there is a definite Pacific Rim slant. A relatively new page devoted to newcomers is the Quick Guide to Teaching in Japan at: <http://userwww.sfsu.edu/%7Elpoza/Guide.html>
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