While Kevin Claybren’s success with the gender-neutral housing campaign is a testament to his abilities as an activist, the Editorial Board believes Claybren is not adequately equipped to be student body president.
Claybren has proven himself to be more suited for leadership in a grassroots capacity than in an executive role.
His lack of knowledge about major issues, including the University’s budget and tuition, are serious setbacks to his campaign. Some planks in his platform lack feasibility and necessity, alluding to the haste with which Claybren assembled his campaign.
He demonstrated to the Editorial Board that he is an inclusive and thoughtful candidate, but one whose skills could be better utilized in a different position. Whomever is elected student body president should be sure to work with him on important issues of diversity and equality.
Claybren will undoubtedly have a lasting impact at UNC, but not as student body president.
