Opinion

Opinion

Hate Speech is a Pretty Bad Way to Start the Conversation

The recent surge in antisemitic hate speech in the media from celebrities like Kanye West is an important reminder that when it comes...

Opinion

Why Voting is Crucial

Participation of young voters is more important now than ever, despite the fatalism expressed by many. There is a common narrative that floats...

Opinion

Median Ban is Mid

Dallas’ median ban is a thinly veiled attempt to criminalize poverty and pedestrianism, not a public safety measure The Dallas City Council approved...

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Why is the Mario Movie a Musical?

The first trailer for “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” has rightfully grabbed many fans eyes, but what they might not know is that...

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“Life is Strange” with Shawn Mendes

It seems clear that “Life is Strange” when songwriter Shawn Mendes decides to produce a TV show adaption of the franchise, but its...

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Car Culture is not Freedom, it is a Prison

It seems that our country is entering a new era promoting public transit, with cities nationwide looking to invest in both infrastructure and...

Opinion

Speak up on Iran: Silence is Violence

The Iranian people have reached a turning point in fighting for their rights, and the world either stands with them or against them....

Opinion

Stop Packing Up Early

Students should show their professors more respect and stop packing up early. We’ve all been in a class like this. Basic pre-requisite, so...

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Vote ‘yes’ for the fee referendum

Vote ‘Yes’ to the upcoming student fee referendum vote on October 4. If you’ve ever been inside the Student Union at peak hours,...

Opinion

“Chicago” remains relevant 20 years later

As we enter the early years of the 2020s, we are one century distant from one of the wildest times in American history,...

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