In an abrupt campaign move, Student Government Association presidential candidate Peter Kuusisto decided to withdraw himself from the election and give his support to SGA senator Devin Ashe. “I feel that Devin and I possess the same characteristics, and he has a much better chance of winning,” Kuusisto said. “Devin has experience with the masses, as demonstrated through his administration of Humans vs. Zombies,” Kuusisto said, in reference to the game that took place last Halloween.
“He also wants to strengthen RSOs,” said Kuusisto. Kuusisto’s sudden resignation was finalized yesterday, the last day before the elections are scheduled to commence. “People who have taken the time to listen to the debates and hear what I stand for will all come out to support me,” Ashe predicted. Both Kuusisto and Ashe are taking strong measures to promote Ashe’s newly-rejuvenated campaign. “I’m encouraging people to put up posters in their personal spaces to endorse my campaign,” said Ashe. Students and faculty might see the half-red and half-white posters that Ashe refers to around campus, with “Vote Ashe” inscribed on them. “People can check out my Facebook group, and learn about what I stand for,” he said. According to the group, Ashe plans to give support and opportunities for unification to Registered Student Organizations. “Our government should both provide for RSOs and student activities on campus while also lobbying for students’ needs,” Ashe wrote. Ashe plans to “prioritize the needs of RSOs first and foremost,” according to his campaign Web site. He also shared reasons why his campaign is different from those of the other two candidates. “Our consolidation now bolsters the credibility of my claim