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Monica Lewinsky Deserves a Better Apology

Sarah Goolden Opinions Editor In wake of the #MeToo movement, men and women alike have come together to support survivors of sexual abuse and work together to ensure that those who perpetrate violence against women are held responsible. What Tarana Burke started in 2006 to support particularly poor and minority victims became a viral hashtag, garnering the attention of celebrities such as Ashley Graham and … Continue reading Monica Lewinsky Deserves a Better Apology

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Kat Von D Has Always Been Problematic

Sarah Grace Goolden Opinions Editor  Kat Von D broke the internet this week with an Instagram post revolving around her future child. The tattoo artist, who starred in the reality show L.A Ink and owns a popular makeup line, has been an advocate for veganism and a cruelty-free lifestyle. It was not surprising when she announced that she was going to raise her child to … Continue reading Kat Von D Has Always Been Problematic

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They Have Been Angry: Thoughts on Advocacy Day

Michelle Everette Staff Writer  I was at a Barnes & Noble in late May, working on my portfolio for graduate school when a friend of mine sent me an unexpected text: “Okay, so how do you feel about the teacher walkouts spreading to North Carolina?” Not knowing that the walkouts had spread to North Carolina, I, of course, immediately googled it. I wanted to know … Continue reading They Have Been Angry: Thoughts on Advocacy Day

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Do Police Have a Spot at Pride?

Ethan Beaulieu Staff Writer June has finally arrived, and for many, it represents the celebration of everything LGBTQ+. Rainbow flags will be worn proudly, and parades will be thrown in celebration. Then, amongst the celebration, attention will still be drawn to the injustices still existing within the community. While some will celebrate victories already achieved, others are looking to the parades as a form of … Continue reading Do Police Have a Spot at Pride?

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Yes I’m Still Complaining About the Kaplan Center

  Patrick O’Connell Staff Writer My faith in humanity continues to be tested. This week, the thing that sends me to the bottle is the dark realization of how little academia matters to college applicants. I remember back when I was applying and touring potential schools and how tours would typically go. It would always be a summer camp-esque sales pitch focusing on all the … Continue reading Yes I’m Still Complaining About the Kaplan Center

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Essential Oils Are Not the Cure

Krysten Heberly Opinions Editor Alternative medicines have long taken the forefront of culture and remedies. From turmeric powder to herbal supplements, supermarket shelves have been stocked with cures and remedies that seem to be the only escape from the conniving hands of big pharma. Yet, with such an emphasis on the alternative side of medicine, it can be easy to get swept up in the … Continue reading Essential Oils Are Not the Cure

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The Issues of an All White House

Krysten Heberly Opinions Editor On March 25, Donald Trump posed with the new staff of summer interns at the White House. Almost immediately, social media users began to point out the nearly all white cast of future representatives depicted, and rightly so. The photo characterizes not only the white leanings of the Trump administration, but of the Republican party as a whole. According to a … Continue reading The Issues of an All White House

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Why History Months are Still Important

Elliott Voorhees Staff Writer The act of dedicating an entire month to the commemoration of a group is a thoughtful action in and of itself. Yet, has our culture turned it into a meaningless gesture to promote a liberal image? I believe it has done the opposite. I think it is important to celebrate a community’s accomplishments even if there is a long way to … Continue reading Why History Months are Still Important

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The War on Marijuana and Selective Enforcement

Courtney Cordoza Staff Writer Currently, the United States has the highest incarceration rate in the world. As of 2017, there were approximately 2.2 million adults in state and federal prisons. That translates to 1 in 110 adults. U.S. prisons are home to over 20 percent of the world’s prison population. Along with an immense number of current prisoners, the U.S. also has some of the … Continue reading The War on Marijuana and Selective Enforcement

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John Bolton: A Dangerous Addition to the Trump Team

Sarah Grace Goolden Staff Writer President Donald Trump announced via Twitter that John Bolton, current political commentator and former U.S. ambassador, will take the position of national security advisor. He will replace Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, and will be Trump’s third pick within 14 months of the presidency. The role of a national security advisor is to advise and assist the president on national security … Continue reading John Bolton: A Dangerous Addition to the Trump Team

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