Dear Editor: I grow alarmed not only at the “my ‘leader’ right or wrong attitude observed of late, but even more so at the stance whereby the media — especially in print — are expected by some to “toe the line” or adhere to some “standard.” How dangerous. Even if we allow ourselves to continue to vote with our limbic nervous systems (leaving two levels of the higher brain idle), our system encourages us to be tolerant. I do defend the right to say outrageous and even incautious things. But, to paraphrase that old LIBERAL Thomas Jefferson, when it comes to our government, it is our right — no, our DUTY — to question and criticize it, to secure redress and hold that body and all who serve it to THE HIGHEST standard. Secrecy, subterfuge, and sacrifice of the many for the few just will not cut it. But it may make some feel “safer,” or as though they “belong.” Party on. Let’s see, where did I put that armband? . . . — Gregory Isan; Doctoral Candidate