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Clean Needles Are Better Than Dirty Ones

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Syringe exchange programs are working to reduce the transmission rates of HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B or C and other blood-borne illnesses. These programs work by asking users to give up their used, dirty needles and in turn, they will receive clean ones. During this exchange, they are also exposed to treatment options. However, this rubs a lot of people the wrong way. … Continue reading Clean Needles Are Better Than Dirty Ones

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Letters to the Editor

A Letter to the Editor About Socialism

Dear Editor, It is about time that the American people were educated and informed about what true “Socialism” is and is not. The fact is that in true Socialism, “the means of production” are owned and controlled by all of the people.  In other words, in true Socialism all of the workplaces and businesses are owned, controlled, and run by all of the people for … Continue reading A Letter to the Editor About Socialism

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African Americans and the 2nd Amendment: The Need for Black Armed Self-Defense

Quashon AventStaff Writer I have been, and always will be, a supporter of the right to bear arms. I believe that everyone, regardless of race, religion or ethnicity, should be able to defend themselves from any untoward threats. This is particularly true for African-Americans, as we have been victims of unprovoked violence for centuries. Lynchings, rapes, bombings and mass shootings were, and still are, common … Continue reading African Americans and the 2nd Amendment: The Need for Black Armed Self-Defense

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The Future of the First Social Media Generation

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Technology has provided our generation with many benefits. The answer to any question you have lies in your pocket, and people can contact one another from opposite sides of the world. The result is a more educated and connected society. However, there are downsides to these privileges, the effects of which we will be able to observe in the years to … Continue reading The Future of the First Social Media Generation

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Virginia Politicians Claiming Blackface Has “Political Affiliation” Causes Uproar

Rejani KingStaff Writer Blackface has been an issue for quite some time. Performances that utilized blackface in the early to mid-1800s were often a pastime for white Americans. By definition, blackface is the act of using makeup to play a black role by someone who is nonblack. The act is not only offensive, but contributes to stereotypes of the Black community. Why is it offensive? … Continue reading Virginia Politicians Claiming Blackface Has “Political Affiliation” Causes Uproar

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Is Facial Recognition Software Worth the Risk?

Bruce CaseStaff Writer The George Orwell novel “1984” famously coined the quote, “Big Brother is watching you.” Written in 1949, well before sophisticated camera surveillance systems existed, it painted a picture of a world where everyone was under omnipresent government surveillance. In 2019, this is somewhat of a reality. We have the technology to almost constantly keep an eye on our citizens. Most of us … Continue reading Is Facial Recognition Software Worth the Risk?

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The Truth about GMOs

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Genetically Modified Organisms, often referred to as GMOs, have gotten a bad reputation in recent years. Lack of knowledge can perpetuate misinformation and fear. In the case of GMOs, I think a lot of importance has been placed on eradicating GMOs altogether, but that is not where it should be. Education should be the number one priority, and choice should be … Continue reading The Truth about GMOs

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“Poisoners of the public mind”: The dark world of public relations and government propaganda

Quashon AventStaff Writer We live in a world where the truth can be commodified and sold to the highest bidder. Companies and governments decide what is or is not the truth. They said that cigarettes do not cause cancer, that opioids are not addictive and that global warming does not exist. These are small examples of how corporations can manipulate the truth to fit their … Continue reading “Poisoners of the public mind”: The dark world of public relations and government propaganda

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How We’ve Enabled a New Era of Hate

Elliott VoorheesStaff Writer We are barely two months into 2019, and the United States has already been rocked by struggles and tragedy, revealing some of the serious flaws in our country. The government shutdown alone highlighted the social, political and economic issues facing our society, not to mention serious issues in governmental structure and function. Another such incident which has revealed flaws in our society … Continue reading How We’ve Enabled a New Era of Hate

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Guilford County School Buildings Receive Failing Grades

Courtney CordozaStaff Writer A 2018 study was conducted on all of the elementary, middle and high schools in Guilford County. The study assessed whether or not each building was up to par. In other words, they were surveyed to see if they were equipped to meet the educational and safety needs of the students. Each school was rated on a scale of 1-100. 22 percent … Continue reading Guilford County School Buildings Receive Failing Grades

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