Opinion
Editorial: Parched Politics
Tuesday was yet another moment of misleading political disappointment as two important civil rights issues failed to advance in Congress.
Yogi Barr-a
There should be a line between protecting creative rights and trying to capitalize on something like yoga moves that have been around longer than you or I.
Sweet relief: Joaquin Phoenix is ‘Still Here’
The past two years of Joaquin Phoenix’s life has been performance art. What some are calling a massive and terrible hoax that has permanently ruined his career is, in reality, genius.
The ugly dance of the Internet trolls
Internet trolls abuse the anonymity of the Internet to post malicious comments on a variety of online media.
Editorial: DREAM catching
After volleying between the House of Representatives and the Senate since 2001, the Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors Act might finally see the light of day.
Education reform ‘Waiting for Superman’
A new documentary about the fight for education reform may be integral to reminding voters what education is really about.
PARK(ing) Day pockets profits, misses point
The annual PARK(ing) Day event, which is celebrated by turning a parking space into a makeshift city park, disregards the worth of existing city parks.
Dishonest leadership… For no change
Steve May’s withdrawal from his campaign, following allegations of recruiting phony Green Party candidates, is one of few political controversies that end with the candidate doing the right thing.
MTV reality show teaches sex education
MTV’s reality show Teen Mom is criticized for glamorizing teenage parenthood; however, the show gives a frank look at the struggles of teenage motherhood and serves as a catalyst for discussion.
Editorial: Missing the point
After ASU football’s loss to Wisconsin on Saturday, junior quarterback Steven Threet said he doesn’t believe in moral victories. He wanted the actual victory.
Taking misconceptions past face value
Many things people seem to take at face value as truth really aren’t. Like swallowing your gum to have it stuck in digestive limbo for 7 years, certain societal norms are only because of our consistent perpetration of believing misconceptions.
In whose image are you made?
When we think of an attractive person, it’s hardly ourselves. So what’s the missing link between self-perception and beauty?
The learning game
Quest to Learn is a digital schooling program that teaches students interdisciplinary courses through video games. Although this makes learning more fun, education isn’t just “fun and games.”
Boos & Bravos: Sept. 17
What The State Press approves and disapproves of this week.
Marrying an idea
People are rushing into marriage and divorcing early. How do you know if you’re ready to tie the knot?
The case for Cuba
America’s embargo against Cuba has done nothing but reduce our overseas business and create tension between two countries that really don’t want to hurt each other.