Opinion, International Women's Day Paris Wise Opinion, International Women's Day Paris Wise

Hundreds of Years in the Making: Native Americans' Battle Against COVID-19

Sometimes being Native American feels like you are a walking and talking mythical creature. It's as if you're not even a real person because Natives are mostly heard of only in historical contexts as well as only being known by their stereotypes. But those historical contexts have consequences for the present.

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Opinion James Shippy & Paris Wise Opinion James Shippy & Paris Wise

The Killing of Ahmaud Arbery: Trying to Outrun a Failing Justice System

Following the recent release of the graphic and disturbing video of Arbery’s killing, media outlets, celebrities, advocates for justice, as well as everyday people, were outraged, with some referring to his murder as, “the modern day lynching.” Thankfully the public outcry and activism made an impact because on Thursday night when the Georgia Bureau of Investigation helped in the arrests of the self-proclaimed vigalante father and son, George and Travis McMichael, for the murder of Arbery.

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Opinion Michael Goldsmith Opinion Michael Goldsmith

The President Who Cried Wolf

Our Commander-in-Chief lied about him and his campaign’s proven collusion with Russia during their coordinated attack on America during the 2016 election. He lied about him and his administration’s obstruction during Robert Mueller’s investigation into that Russian attack on our American democracy.

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Opinion Kodi Mabon Opinion Kodi Mabon

Taking Care of You

The recent outbreak of coronavirus (COVID19) can be stressful. Scrolling through emails and news updates on social media can cause an abundant amount of unnecessary noise, and it can be easy to get lost in what’s going on. Now is an important time to focus on self-care and ways to stay busy at home, while also leaving space for others to practice social distancing.

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Opinion, 2020 in Review Damaris Galeano Opinion, 2020 in Review Damaris Galeano

Your Quarantine is Not Like Ours

While the world is thrown into chaos, America is in crisis, and everyday citizens are affected by the Covid-19 virus in some way or another, celebrities have beamed onto our screens to tell us to “stay positive” and “we’re all in this together." But as they remind us to stay indoors and give us their personal opinions on the matter, many find their attention focused on something else entirely.

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Opinion, 2020 in Review Karoline Berg Opinion, 2020 in Review Karoline Berg

How to Stay Mentally Healthy in Quarantine

COVID-19 has escalated more and more over the last few weeks, with more than 500,000 cases in the US and 1.6 million cases worldwide. Everyone is told to stay at home and practice social distancing to avoid spreading the virus. As we are moving into the fourth week of quarantine, people are probably beginning to feel the effects of isolation on their mental health.

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Opinion Michael Goldsmith Opinion Michael Goldsmith

Our Commander-in-Shame

America left World War II as the undisputed leader of the world in promoting democratic values and freedom around the world, having turned the tide and delivering the knockout blow to the Nazis of Germany, the Fascists of Italy, and the Imperialists of Japan.

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Opinion Johan Rosdahl Opinion Johan Rosdahl

What Do We Do When Apocalypse Hits?

For many, myself included, the rapid development of the Coronavirus, COVID-19, has turned everyday life on its head. I’ve spent more hours on my couch in the past week than I would like to admit and it’s getting harder every day to remember what real pants feel like.

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Opinion, 2020 in Review Paris Wise Opinion, 2020 in Review Paris Wise

Should We Take Out the Take-Out?

The continuing progressions of how the country is handling the COVID-19 pandemic has California currently in a "Stay at Home" order, along with at least 30 other states. People are not to leave their homes unless they are doing an "essential" activity. These essential activities include, but are not limited to, allowing people to go to the grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants (for pick-up only), and outdoor exercise, all while keeping a social distance of 6 feet apart.

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Opinion, 2020 in Review Carolyn Burt Opinion, 2020 in Review Carolyn Burt

How to Succeed in Your Online Classes

Many of us are in the same boat right now, having to adapt to the world of online classes.

For those of us who take our classes in person out of preference, this switch might seem stressful, or even have you debating if it’s better to drop your class and try again next semester. Before you make that call, here’s some tips that will better help you navigate this different structure.

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Opinion Marco Pallotti Opinion Marco Pallotti

Yes, There's a Pandemic... But, Really, No Polenta?

Rummaging through my pantry this morning, I found a bag of borlotti (aka cranberry) beans, which I use in my family's recipe for pasta fagioli. Thinking I'd try something different, I found a delicious looking recipe online that married the beans with another of my favorite foods: polenta. I had all the ingredients except the polenta, so off to Ralph's I went.

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The Suffragette’s Roar Echoes In A Society That Diminishes Females

‘A woman’s place is in the home.’ This was a fundamental belief up until the 1920s that served as an obstacle for women to express their opinion and exercise other freedoms. Nevertheless, the 21st century still carries similar beliefs and expectations that diminish the value of women.

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Opinion Tatiana Louder Opinion Tatiana Louder

Straightwashing: An Epidemic

The first time I watched "Breakfast at Tiffany’s", I thought it was a bore apart from Audrey Hepburn's performance as Holly Golightly. And the cat. The second time I watched it, I got it.

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Opinion Drew Andersen Opinion Drew Andersen

The Remasking of Hong Kong

In October 2019, a face mask ban was enacted by Hong Kong’s authorities without legislative approval, authorities in Hong Kong who reflect the interests of mainland China’s government. These emergency measures were designed to intimidate the pro-democracy activists demonstrating daily in the Hong Kong street in often violent clashes with riot police.

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Opinion Dana Binfet Opinion Dana Binfet

A Meatless Diet is the Solution to Climate Change

Imagine waking up to a world plagued by drought and engulfed in the flames of a never-ending wildfire. Where the warming of our world’s oceans has caused every coastal home and building to be enveloped by the sea. Species all over the world have been met with extinction, as Earth falls into chaos. All because of the hamburger you ate for lunch and the eggs you had for breakfast.

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Opinion Drew Andersen Opinion Drew Andersen

Unmasking of Hong Kong

Hong Kong has been torn apart by violent anti-government protests. Clouds of tear gas are a common sight. Television crews and photographers record shopping centers where pro-democracy demonstrators clash with riot police.

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