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Taco Bell doesn’t need your ‘real’ beef

Because of America’s love for fast food, Taco Bell isn’t going anywhere, even though they are having a public relations nightmare with their latest lawsuit.

By David Sydiongco | February 10, 2011

CreepALittle at ASU

While some see the new flirting site, likealittle.com, as a chance to connect with others anonymously, it toes the border of weird and off-putting.

By Ashley Haines | February 10, 2011

America’s classrooms meet the 21st century

Idaho’s initiative to put laptops in the hands of every high school student is an inventive and needed idea.

By Zachary Levin-Epstein | February 9, 2011

Egypt steals the show

The Egyptian protests are about Egypt, not America. We don’t always have to be the center of attention.

By John Gaylord | February 9, 2011

The pressures of success

Changing majors is a common trend among college students facing the pressure to succeed.

By Isabelle Novak | February 9, 2011

Human nature and monogamy

We were raised with monogamous values, but science has shown we aren’t meant to be with one person. Young couples are starting to stray from the happily-ever-after ideals they grew up with.

By Lindsey Kupfer | February 9, 2011

Brain bucket or no brain bucket?

Instead of government mandated motorcycle helmet laws, insurance companies should offer motorcycle helmet discounts to encourage safer riding.

By Tyler Jones | February 8, 2011

Honing in on Crow’s ‘doublespeak’

University administrators nationwide are the culprits of doublespeak in a massive push towards a neo-liberal agenda.

By Athena Salman | February 8, 2011

Civil disobedience gone digital

Hackitivism is emerging as an element of social movements that can threaten elite powers and have the potential for social change.

By Justine Garcia | February 8, 2011

The capital of citizenship

The Partnership for a New American Economy, a group of business and political leaders from across the country, is raising awareness about the economic benefits of immigration reform.

By Emilie Eaton | February 8, 2011

No budget cuts, reform the state tax code

Arizona lawmakers would seek to revise past laws that have been the detriment of Arizona’s budget deficit.

By Brittany Morris | February 7, 2011

Gay rights groups should engage, not boycott

Activists should spend their energy changing minds, not attacking minutia.

By Alex Gregory | February 7, 2011

Catholic Church called out

On Friday, an appeal for reformation in the Catholic Church was published by German University theologians.

By Daniel O'Connor | February 7, 2011

The next Reagan

Reagan’s 100th birthday occurred on Sunday. Our veneration of him should not lead to nostalgia. Rather it should cause us to look toward the future.

By Will Munsil | February 7, 2011

Point: Legislation doesn’t change rape definition

The pro-choice movement should also respect the decisions of people who do not want their tax money being used to pay for procedures they find immoral.

By Brian Anderson | February 6, 2011

Counterpoint: Redefining rape sets dangerous precedent

The debate over the definition of rape in the No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act sets a dangerous precedent.

By Oonagh McQuarrie | February 6, 2011

In Mubarak’s Defense

The increasingly competitive world of dictatorships requires leadership and skill. Egypt’s leader, Mubarak, has always provided that leadership.

By Sohail Bayot | February 6, 2011

'Let’s Move!' away from criticism

The right-wing criticism of Michelle Obama’s program to reduce child obesity is completely unfounded.

By Ben Karris | February 6, 2011

Competing with the Bailout Boys

Jeffrey Immelt has been appointed to promote competition in a world of corporatism and regulations. Mark my words: he won’t change anything.

By Brian Anderson | February 3, 2011

Superman welcomes the British invasion

British actor Henry Cavill will be playing the next Superman. Though Superman is an American hero, there is the chance that a Brit will portray him well.

By David Sydiongco | February 3, 2011

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