Columns

Supreme Court justices grossly overlooked by Americans

Despite its legacy in American democracy, the judicial branch has been ignored for far too long.

By Savannah Thomas | September 25, 2012

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Ending drug war must be president’s priority

The war on drugs must be a priority if we want to maintain our civil liberties.

By Carlos Alfaro | September 25, 2012

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Soda ban does little to battle obesity

Mayor Bloomberg’s soda ban is a good start, but it is not impactful.

By Olivia Brunacini | September 25, 2012

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Teachers the only clear winners in post-strike Chicago

Teachers in the Chicago call for a pay increase, while their students fall 15 percent behind the country’s average graduation rate.

By Caleb Varoga | September 24, 2012

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Fans construct ‘Firefly’s’ significance

Even 10 years later, “Firefly” remains a part of the cultural conversation, but it has little to do with anything inherent in the show itself.

By Esther Drown | September 24, 2012

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Overdriven work ethic drives American youth to anxiety disorders

Today’s students suffer from more mental illness than ever before.

By Jake Adler | September 24, 2012

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Santorum is in need of liberal arts education

Rick Santorum opposes higher-level education in favor of church and family at 2012 Voters Value Summit.

By Christine Truong | September 23, 2012

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Warp drives and warped expectations

Star Trek-like warp speed travel is more feasible than before, but scientists still need to reel in their expectations.

By Jacob Evans | September 23, 2012

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Who are the 47 percent?

The 47 percent may not be who we think they are.

By Colton Gavin | September 23, 2012

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Global warming as a health threat challenges inaction

American’s concern for global warming doesn’t translate into a demand for action.

By Daniel Mills | September 20, 2012

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Law drives people toward common good

Law promotes the common good by upholding the virtue of justice.

By Matthew Rich | September 20, 2012

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Failure to forgive harms us in the end

There is a time to hold on and a time to let go.

By Alexandria Tippings | September 20, 2012

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Former President George W. Bush fails conservative litmus test

Former President George W. Bush was no conservative.

By Sean McCauley | September 19, 2012

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Denial of prayer upsets Gilbert residents

Gilbert residents are upset with the school board’s decision to not bring back open prayer to their meetings.

By Shane Chergosky | September 19, 2012

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Anti-Islamic film, a weapon for militant Muslims

Last week, U.S. Embassies in Libya and Egypt were attacked in response to the film “Innocence of Muslims.” The film demonizes Islam’s prophet, depicting him as a pedophilic, sex-crazed, violent fanatic.

By Crista Jackson | September 19, 2012

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US presence around globe intensifies anti-American sentiments

Trade, not military presence, will encourage peace in the Middle East.

By Carlos Alfaro | September 18, 2012

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Fans terrorize celebrities to feel better

Amanda Bynes is under the microscope and her every move is labeled erratic.

By Jocelyn Gee | September 18, 2012

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Unprecedented collision of entertainment and politics

Both parties have embraced celebrities and entertainers to attract a bloc of voters mired in pop culture and celebrity adoration.

By Savannah Thomas | September 18, 2012

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America too hip to crank Nickelback

Music lovers love to ridicule Nickelback, but album sales say different things.

By Caleb Varoga | September 17, 2012

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Tuition too high to stomach

Our apathy regarding unfair tuition increases will get us nowhere.

By Kharli Mandeville | September 17, 2012

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