Two Choices for Grapes

I applaud Harvard Dining Services' decision to offer choices that fall between an absolute "yes" and an absolute "no" to grapes, but fear that this will only serve the "yes" side and not the democratic process. Students who want grapes in the dining halls will all vote "yes" while students who wish to maintain the boycott will have five different options to choose from. The "no" vote will be split five ways, giving the "yes" side a distinct and unfair advantage. I would suggest as an alternative that there be an initial referendum giving students just two choices--a "yes" or a "no" to ending the boycott on grapes. If the "no" side wins, then perhaps there could be a second referendum, allowing students to choose among the five different "no" options. Thanks very much for your time and attention.--David W. Egan '00