I applaud David Gerber and concur with his letter ("EMU Spits In Our Faces," April 14). David wrote that, "as a Christian and a Mennonite, he is both embarrassed and ashamed" of the ceramic urinal that encourages visitors to cast their vote by "pissing for peace" on the effigies of our top government officials.

This is certainly not the type of action that can positively change the behavior of the world; this type of behavior fosters and encourages disrespect, violence, and hatred, the very harbingers of strife and conflict.

I think Luanne Austin's article ("Peace Isn't A Law," March 28) did a great job in summarizing traits that are truly peace ideals and respect for all. These are the hallmarks of peace that we should all strive for. But I do take issue with her comment about "sneering Mennonite-Democrats," labeling them "Mennocrats."

I hope she is not stereotyping all Mennonites as being "Mennocrats" or that all "Mennocrats" would approve of this vulgar display. Also, many Mennonites are Republicans ... does that make them "Mennocans?" And do not other religious faiths have their share of sneering Democrats or Republicans? Let's be very careful in our labeling of people.

I am appalled with the leadership of EMU that allows such a disgusting political statement to be made under the guise of Christianity and art. Is this the type of Christian ideals we want taught to our children and grandchildren?