Opinion

A day without shoes: smells like activism

ASU students are working with TOMS Shoes to hold a “Day Without Shoes” to raise awareness for children in need. College students love supporting causes, so why not go shoeless?

By Jack Fitzpatrick | April 5, 2010

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Letters to the Editor: April 6

"The health care debate seems to have plagued our country with a darkness. The solution achieved may not be popular with all people. There are those that believe that the congress has gone too far. There are others who think that it isn’t far enough. The core issue is that something had to be done. "

By Letters | April 5, 2010

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Devotion inherent but sometimes mistrusted

Devotion, as a natural human characteristic, is often mistrusted and suppressed by our society and by our own actions. Yet, to harness its power through balance brings us closer to our goals.

By Alex Petrusek | April 5, 2010

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Editorial: Revamp ASA

The Arizona Students’ Association, made up of student government presidents and appointed members from ASU, UA and NAU, is a lobbying group whose mission is to make higher education affordable and accessible. The group has provided a valuable service to students in the past, but this year has been incredibly disappointing.

By Editorial Board | April 4, 2010

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Americans must start living the ‘Food Revolution’

With the premiere of the new show, “Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution,” many Americans are taking issue with school lunch and breakfast programs while still others are balking at the change. With childhood obesity on the rise, Americans should be open-minded about Oliver’s practical approach about changing the way we eat.

By Kristen Kelley | April 4, 2010

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Eating the Easter Bunny

The uproar over rabbits being consumed for Easter at a local restaurant forces us to consider whether it is justifiable to eat certain animals instead of others.

By Becky Rubenstrunk | April 4, 2010

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Springing into baseball

A love-letter to baseball on Opening Day.

By Will Munsil | April 4, 2010

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Chinese censorship an economic issue for US

By American standards, the amount of censorship put on Chinese Web browsers is a travesty of human rights, but US input regarding the issue seems to be dollar-driven instead out of a genuine concern for the Chinese people.

By Cullen Wheatley | April 4, 2010

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Letters to the Editor: April 5

In response to Jack Fitzpatrick’s March 30 column, “Wrestlemania: good for economy, but not a sport.”

By Letters | April 4, 2010

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Questioning the legacy of ‘People’s Pope’ John Paul II

Pope John Paul II passed away five years ago. His supporters may be forming a legacy for “The People’s Pope” that he doesn’t deserve. It’s imperative we evaluate his life and the positions he held to determine what his legacy actually should entail.

By Austin Yost | April 1, 2010

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Boos & Bravos: April 2

Bravo to bringing people out of poverty.

By Editorial Board | April 1, 2010

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Celebrating 5 years of juggernaut Web site YouTube

YouTube turns five this year. It has been a great asset to the classroom of the 21st century, as well as a major player in recent pop culture.

By Megan Mattox | April 1, 2010

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Letters: April 2

In response to Ryan Sweeney’s Wednesday column, “Proposed ban is oppressive.”

By Letters | April 1, 2010

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Is ASU’s major-specific dorm life helpful or hurtful?

One in five ASU students live on campus, but is assigning students to halls based on majors helpful or hurtful?

By Morgan Tanabe | April 1, 2010

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Editorial: No joke

A New York-based national newspaper reported this week that in order to shore up the ever-growing financial deficit, the federal government is considering the elimination of one of its legislative chambers.

By Editorial Board | March 31, 2010

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Letters to the Editor: April 1

In response to Janne Gaub’s March 25 letter, “Critical thinking.”

By Letters | March 31, 2010

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Cuts to salary budget make staff nervous

ASU’s proposed salary cut may not affect students directly, but it is making staff across the University nervous.

By Andrew Hedlund | March 31, 2010

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Instant gratification causes impatience

America has turned into an impatient nation. We want it all and we want it now. But does this mean it will be better? Instant gratification does not equal instant satisfaction.

By Shala Marks | March 31, 2010

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McCarthy’s claims about autism faulty

Jenny McCarthy has been a prominent spokesperson for the anti-vaccination movement. She continues to disseminate misinformation regarding vaccines and their link with autism.

By Noah Lewkowitz | March 31, 2010

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Your vote counts in ASU student government elections

With elections to student government around the corner, ASU needs to improve on its voter turnout record in order to ensure that a truly representative executive council directs the students’ interests for the next year.

By Kartik Talamadupula | March 31, 2010

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