Opinion

Politics schmolitics: The 3 most important reasons to understand politics as students

As students and citizens we have the responsibility to have our voices heard.

By Morgan DiFelice | January 10, 2016

Drug problem escalates, so should our response

Whether you agree with the Drug Enforcement Administration’s role in enforcing regulations on drug-related activities or you believe drug use simply qualifies as free will, drug activity affects everyone.

By Gabby Hirniese | January 10, 2016

Twitter unfairly un-verifies controversial conservative journalist

Milo Yiannopoulos lost his blue checkmark on Twitter on Friday for breaking unspecified "Twitter Rules."

By Cody Fitzpatrick | January 10, 2016

Construction equipment waits at the base of ASU's University Center in Downtown Phoenix on Friday, Oct. 9, 2015. Large banners will be hung from the south side of the University Center building this week as part of an ASU promotional campaign.

Downtown Phoenix from the eyes of a freshman

When I say that I moved to downtown Phoenix at the start of my freshman year, it came with the preconceptions built into living in the north Valley for 18 years.

By Maureen Van Dobben | December 3, 2015

Developing countries need more support in sustainability quest

The climate talks, if managed properly, could result in a climate change agreement that supports developed and developing countries in numerous ways

By Graham Paul | December 3, 2015

10 things I learned in my first semester at college

My parents’ house will always be home, but I have started my own little life here at ASU up on the 14th floor.

By Kendra Penningroth | December 3, 2015

Why I chose ASU

People thought I was absolutely crazy for making ASU my first choice, but the moment I toured the campus I knew that it was where I was meant to be.

By Lindsay Roberts | December 3, 2015

4 things the Editorial Board learned this semester

ASU has continued to listen to our voices and adhere to our needs.

By Editorial Board | December 2, 2015

Thank you, Kobe

I want to express how grateful I am to experience watching how he impacted game of basketball and my life as well.

By Adonis Dees | December 2, 2015

Holiday survival guide: How to deal with ignorant relatives

It’s the holiday season once again, which means families are coming together and, in some cases, so are their opposing ideas.

By Rebecca Lydford | December 2, 2015

We have a Syrious problem with our foreign policy

Vietnam 3.0, Iraq 2.0 — call it what you will, but we're heading into another major Middle-Eastern quagmire

By Harrison Finzel | December 2, 2015

Climate change rhetoric problematic in face of catastrophic disaster

The current rhetoric surrounding climate change is detrimental to its end goal.

By Ben King | December 1, 2015

You can be a conservative feminist and that's OK

Ah, feminism. The advocacy of women's rights on the grounds of political, social, and economic equality to men.

By Noelle Lilley | December 1, 2015

5 events that shaped the 2015 political year

Let's take a look back at the best (and worst) political moments of the year.

By Austen Bundy | December 1, 2015

'Funny' subjective in this day and age

It is not enough to call something “funny” anymore; it is all dependent on the individual’s tastes.

By Gabby Hirniese | December 1, 2015

This Christmas season, holiday cheer required, nativity scene optional

Although December is home to days celebrating the cultures, traditions and faiths of many different people, the U.S.’s melting pot roots still end up covered in tinsel.

By Sydney Maki | November 30, 2015

TV shows have natural end-date, but some seek to keep a dead show walking

It’s a really lame joke, but one that keeps getting repeated. “The NeverEnding Story” is a pretty well received film.

By Damon Smith | November 30, 2015

Lightning port headphones are the future

If the rumors shared on the site turn out to be true, the headphone game is going to be changed forever.

By Cody Fitzpatrick | November 30, 2015

Donald Trump immigration speech high view

Primary elections need playoffs to simplify presidential races

I’m not suggesting an end to our beloved democratic process, but a modification.

By Austen Bundy | November 29, 2015

Live in moderation: Sleep, social life or good grades don't have to be a choice

Whether it be sleeping only during the day and staying up all night or skipping meals to do some last-minute cramming for a test, it is difficult to establish the healthy habits necessary for success.

By Gabby Hirniese | November 29, 2015

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