Justice for DACA

Lorenzo Pedro Guest Contributor As we move toward the possibility of another government shutdown, you’ve probably heard a great deal about a program known as DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals). DACA was instituted in 2012, and allowed young undocumented immigrants – commonly known as Dreamers – to get work permits and driver’s licenses without fear of deportation. President Trump ended DACA in September 2017, … Continue reading Justice for DACA

Letter to the Editor

Ian Lamar Courts     Guest Writer “The end of law is not to abolish or restrain, but to preserve and enlarge freedom. For in all the states of created beings capable of law, where there is no law, there is no freedom.” (John Locke) Law, the law, legal code, Constitutions, etc. are different words used to describe one of the key elements to any … Continue reading Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: The Property Protection Act’s Criminalization of Safe Workplaces

Hannah Howell     Guest Writer The New Year in North Carolina brought with it several new laws that took effect on January 1st. The most consequential of these laws is the Property Protection Act (House Bill 405), which was passed by North Carolina’s senate last June. Judging it solely on its title, this bill seems to be in alignment with American values. The truth, … Continue reading Letter to the Editor: The Property Protection Act’s Criminalization of Safe Workplaces

Letter to the Editor: Students should thank Gov. McCrory

Jonathan Suh  Guest Writer Are you concerned about the education system in the U.S? If you are in North Carolina, you need not worry as the high school graduation in this state is at 85.4 percent, which has never been higher in our states history. The thanks should go to Gov. Pat McCory who has strived to see the enhancement of our education system.  Without … Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Students should thank Gov. McCrory

Letter to the Editor: The importance of Earth Day

Kristie Middleton       Guest Writer Over the last decade, phrases like “go green” and “reduce your carbon footprint” have become firmly embedded in our lexicon, just as Earth Day has become an annual celebration. As an environmental advocate, this couldn’t make me happier. I’ve been inspired to see people switch to efficient light bulbs, recycle and use canvas shopping bags instead of paper … Continue reading Letter to the Editor: The importance of Earth Day

Letter to the editor: What’s Missing from the New Dietary Guidelines?

Every five years the government releases new dietary guidelines to inform the American public of the changing science around food and nutrition, and to provide advice surrounding healthful dietary choices. The new 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans were released early this month and there has been scant change from 2010. Much of the advice given in the government’s guidelines is familiar: eat more fruits and … Continue reading Letter to the editor: What’s Missing from the New Dietary Guidelines?