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Opinion: We need more freaks behind the camera

A razor slices across an eyeball. Thin clouds move through the moon; jellied insides spilling out of a lamb’s eye. When the world...

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Opinion: DFW traffic is about to become even more decadent and depraved

Traffic: the textbook definition of damnation as it applies to modern American society. The utmost first-world, puerile complaint that entrenches our day-to-day lives....

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Opinion: “Alien: Romulus” on AI: protector or enemy?

Discussions about artificial intelligence’s role in our society are becoming inescapable as we grow more accustomed to its presence. The AI doomers, what...

EditorialsOpinion

Editorial: Benson’s resignation leaves bitter legacy

Richard Benson announced his departure from his position as UTD’s fifth president Aug. 26, saying in his resignation letter that, “Reflecting on all...

Editor's DeskOpinion

Editor’s Desk: “Business decisions”

The Mercury takes pride in its reporting and journalism and constantly seeks out new opportunities to develop its skills. We collaborate with and...

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Opinion: Manny Jacinto deserves better than a canceled show

Correction, Sept. 6: A previous version of the article incorrectly stated which character Qimir restrained with The Force. The correct character is Mae....

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Opinion: Olympics cyber harassment underscores misogyny

What happens when an athlete is so good at a sport that they are accused of lying about their sex? Algerian boxer Imane...

Letters to the EditorOpinion

Letter to the Editor: In response to the editor’s disclaimer on Aug. 19 LTTE

Disclaimer: Mercury policy prohibits censorship as a requirement for publication. Editors provide suggestions on opinion editorials and letters to the editor, which the...

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Editor’s Desk: new semester, new Mercury

Welcome — or welcome back — to campus. For many, this will be your first year at UTD, so you have the great...

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