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An Open Letter to the 2020 Democratic Presidential Nominee

Mickey Desruisseaux, Columnist • October 31, 2018

In light ignore the wave of startling political events and tragedies last week, columnist Mickey Desruisseaux takes a look at identity politics within our current administration and writes an open letter to the 2020 Democratic Presidential Nominee.

It’s Time for the U.S. to Stop Supporting the War in Yemen

In light of the tragedy of journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s brutal murder at the hand of the Saudi Arabian government, the U.S. must end their support of the Saudis in the human rights catastrophe of the Yemen Crisis.

Federica Cardamone, Contributing Writer • October 29, 2018

In light of the tragedy of journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s brutal murder at the hand of the Saudi Arabian government, the U.S. must end their support of the Saudis in the human rights catastrophe of the Yemen Crisis.

Welcome to Femland

Natasha Jokic, Staff Writer • October 22, 2018

Welcome to Femland, where women are treated the same way they are in the United States: unfairly.

The Tyranny of Vague Legislation

Cole Stallone, Staff Writer • October 19, 2018

The 17th anniversary of the Patriot Act means it's time to reflect on how it has infringed on civil liberties.

Abolishing ICE Is Not a Radical Idea

Cole Stallone, Contributing Writer • October 15, 2018

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been in the spotlight as a result of the widespread coverage of the separation of immigrant families, a policy that is blatantly...

A Thank You to Dr. Blasey Ford

Despite a disheartening decision by the U.S. government to appoint Brett Kavanaugh, the Opinion Desk would like to formally thank Dr. Blasey Ford for her unwavering stance despite the opposition.

Hanna Khosravi, Deputy Opinion Editor • October 15, 2018

As the Opinion desk, we have run several articles on Dr. Christine Blasey-Ford's role in the Supreme Court confirmation hearings. With Hanna representing us, we're taking a moment to thank Dr. Blasey-Ford for her sacrifice.

Elon Musk Versus Toothless Regulation

Cole Stallone, Contributing Writer • October 9, 2018

As seen through Elon Musk's settlement with the SEC, it's clear that rich people operate above the law.

Kavanaugh Accusations Display Potential Dangers of the #MeToo Movement

Max Gordon, Contributing Writer • October 3, 2018

Read one writer's thoughts on why Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation hearing could show the dangers of the "Me Too" movement.

Jeff Flake Is Not a Hero

Melanie Pineda, Deputy Opinion Editor • October 1, 2018

Though Senator Jeff Flake ensured that there would be an FBI investigation of the sexual assault claims against Judge Brett Kavanaugh, he is far from being our saving grace.

Democratize the United Nations

Cole Stallone, Contributing Writer • September 27, 2018

In the wake of President Donald Trump's recent speech at the U.N., read one writer's take on the issues plaguing the U.N. as an organization.

A Letter to Dr. Christine Blasey Ford

Monica Luna, Contributing Writer • September 24, 2018

Graduate student Monica Luna writes a letter to Dr. Christine Blasey-Ford, sharing her personal experiences in the wake of the Brett Kavanaugh Supreme Court nomination hearings.

Left Behind in Hurricane Florence

Cole Stallone, Contributing Writer • September 19, 2018

Read one writer's in-depth analysis on why the neglect of South Carolina prisoners at the height of Hurricane Florence is a sign of the broader prison reform that is growing increasingly necessary in the United States.