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California rules Police should only kill when ‘Necessary’

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Assembly Bill 392 was passed in the senate this July. It proposes to change the way the law describes acceptable police force in California. Currently, shooting to kill is appropriate if deemed ‘reasonable.’ If another ‘reasonable’ officer would have made the same decision, they are legally not in the wrong.  The new bill requires officers to have exhausted all other alternatives … Continue reading California rules Police should only kill when ‘Necessary’

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Jeffery Epstein: A Series of Coincidental Events

Ron de Varona Staff Writer To start, I want to say that I am not a conspiracy theorist, in regards to things like aliens and bigfoot. However, everyone keeping up with the Jeffery Epstein situation should be infuriated.  Epstein was a huge American businessman and convicted sex trafficker and offender. In his 2005 investigation, he admitted to molesting 36 children. Later on, more evidence was … Continue reading Jeffery Epstein: A Series of Coincidental Events

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Planned Parenthood and Title X: Who is to Suffer?

R.A Brock Staff Writer/Copy Editor Planned Parenthood President and CEO, Alexis McGill-Johnson, announced that Planned Parenthood would pull out of the Title X federal funding program last week. This came after President Trump issued a gag order which restricts doctors affiliated with PP from referring women for abortions if they were to receive said funding.  McGill-Johnson stated in an interview with CBS News, “This attempt … Continue reading Planned Parenthood and Title X: Who is to Suffer?

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Gauging The Climate: Should Schools Educate Students on Global Warming?

Elliott VoorheesStaff Writer It is hard to think of a more pressing and widely relevant situation in our time than climate change. This environmental crisis is literally changing the landscape of our world and it will only continue to do so if we stay on the same path. No matter your stance, everyone should strive to be educated on the manner. This is an immediate … Continue reading Gauging The Climate: Should Schools Educate Students on Global Warming?

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The Great Immigrant Panic: 287(g) agreements

Quashon AventStaff Writer North Carolina has a long history of sponsoring disastrous bills. HB2 and SB 824 are some of the more obvious examples. However, there’s been a recent law enforcement bill that even the NC Sheriff’s Association has opposed. House Bill 370 is a proposed law that would force local law enforcement to cooperate with ICE or face fines for disobedience. The fines could … Continue reading The Great Immigrant Panic: 287(g) agreements

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The Future of Tattoos, Piercings and Colored Hair in the Workplace

Rejani KingStaff Writer Attempting to get hired for a job can be difficult for a lot of reasons, but what about for those who have tattoos, piercings and colored hair? Tattoos, piercings and colored hair are all forms of self-expression. Many of us have a dream job in mind, and having body modification can unfortunately affect an employer’s willingness to hire you. Usually, when hiring … Continue reading The Future of Tattoos, Piercings and Colored Hair in the Workplace

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Family Politics

Courtney CordozaStaff Writer It is difficult to be apolitical in 2019. With the Trump Administration in office, there has been a surge of political activism. That activism then leads to debates. While these debates can be civil and educational, they can also quickly turn sour. This is especially true between family members. Discussions with those outside of your political affiliation can be like dancing on … Continue reading Family Politics

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Ignorance Is Not A “Sense of Humor,” Stephen Moore

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Trump is under fire once again for one of his nominees. This time it is Stephen Moore, economic commentator and former Trump campaign advisor, for the Federal Reserve Board. There are a lot of reasons why this potential pick concerns people, including the fact that he is quoted saying, “Capitalism is more important than democracy.” Not only does he want to … Continue reading Ignorance Is Not A “Sense of Humor,” Stephen Moore

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Kratom: Opioids Kryptonite?

Bruce CaseStaff Writer Recently, the Southeast Asian tree, Kratom, has been under scrutiny by the government and the media. The leaves can be brewed into a tea, chewed, smoked or ingested in capsule. At low doses, it is a stimulant, and higher doses, it becomes a sedative. It has been cited as helping with pain management, but also for its potential as a substitute for … Continue reading Kratom: Opioids Kryptonite?

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Comparing Two Tragedies: Notre Dame and the Louisiana Black Churches

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor A major fire erupted at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France last week, resulting in the destruction of priceless art and history. The building, which began construction in 1163, suffers major damage, but still stands tall after a 12-hour fire. The tragedy has rocked not only the French and Catholics, but the entire world. Everyone was able to unite and … Continue reading Comparing Two Tragedies: Notre Dame and the Louisiana Black Churches

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