Opinion

Opinion

Debate story failed readers

Coverage of contests between Democrats, Republicans only presented one side of story A recent article published by The Mercury failed to accurately portray...

Opinion

College still vital for future success

Despite barriers to entry, rising cost of higher education universities offer paths to financial security, personal happiness few routes give Our attitudes toward...

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Editor’s Desk: Student apathy for SG part of sad trend

Lack of votes leaves new leaders, students in difficult position On March 22, Student Government hosted a debate between Adam Richards, the “Progress...

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Society taught to lessen value of minority lives

Shooting of a young Hispanic male by police officer shines light on community’s race perceptions, their detrimental effects The death of a Hispanic...

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More party platforms needed to represent Americans

Correction: In a previous version of this story, the party that 43 percent of U.S. citizens affiliated with was not identified correctly. The Mercury regrets...

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Editorial Board: Richards is best pick for SG President

The role of Student Government in campus life cannot be understated. In a year that has seen a tuition increase, the search for...

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Trump’s candidacy must be taken seriously

People need to unite to stop one of the nation’s most controversial presidential candidates in recent memory from taking Oval Office As the...

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“Love” article presents one-sided story

Tale of student who went through process of getting arranged marriage fails to represent entire scope of Muslim matrimony Last week, I read...

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Editorial Board: More education, discussion needed on sexual assault

UTD established an office last year to deal with reports of sexual discrimination, including sexual assault and harassment, in a way that complies...

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Zika shines light on reproductive rights

Women in Latin American countries told to abstain from pregnancy without access to contraception or reproductive education The Zika virus is sweeping across...

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