Opinion

Opinion

Consider third party candidates

The two party political system is something I just can’t seem to agree with. Whenever I tell people I am neither a Democrat...

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Indians’ definition of success needs to change

For a country with a population of 1.25 billion people, India has lagged behind in medal count since the country’s first Olympic appearance...

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Clinton’s nomination sets precedent for women

Women have come a long way in American politics since Victoria Woodhull became the first female to run for president of the United...

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‘Pokemon Go’ fosters community

“Pokemon Go” accomplished on campus in just a few short weeks what has long been missing at UTD — a cohesive sense of...

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Adding art to STEM still worth prioritizing

The STEM to STEAM movement, a push towards an integrated environment where science, technology, engineering and math are taught with the arts as...

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Communities must stand in solidarity

Editor’s Note: Because the author belongs to two minority groups that have been at risk recently, the author’s name has been partially redacted for...

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Gorilla’s death should bring focus back to endangered species

Protecting western lowland gorillas in wild best way to honor Harambe’s memory, come to terms with controversial shooting When Harambe, a western lowland...

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Bathroom use debate ignores basic rights

Transgender people wrongly portrayed as dangerous in national discussion about using bathrooms corresponding to gender identity The reason many people are so frightened...

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Editor’s Desk: Why criticism is needed

Readers role in future of The Mercury, journalism vital for success As the year comes to a close, students across campus are taking...

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Green fund needed for future of university conservation

Initiative with focus on sustainability needed to help propel UTD towards Tier One status, become more eco-friendly Imagine having a role in proposing...

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