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OPINION: Trump is a danger to democracy and the rights of citizens

OPINION: Trump is a danger to democracy and the rights of citizens

Tavadriana Wolfe, Staff Writer November 5, 2024

The upcoming presidential election is all anyone can talk about these days, and for good reason.  On one hand, we have a candidate with extensive years of legal and political experience, and on the...

OPINION: Posthumous releases can be ethical if handled with care

OPINION: Posthumous releases can be ethical if handled with care

Madeline Reyes, Copy Editor November 5, 2024

Former One Direction member and singer Liam Payne tragically passed away Oct. 16 after falling from his hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina.  His song “Do No Wrong” was intended to be released...

OPINION: To concede or not to concede

OPINION: To concede or not to concede

Ella Santanelli, Copy Editor November 5, 2024

A peaceful transfer of power is one of the most important aspects of American democracy. With local, state and federal elections happening anywhere from every two to six years, it is important that peaceful...

Letter to the Editor: To a nation in pieces: blame the fascist, not the vulnerable

Letter to the Editor: To a nation in pieces: blame the fascist, not the vulnerable

Danny Metri November 5, 2024

At every level—in his language, rhetoric, policy and aspirations—Donald Trump is a fascist who represents an existential threat to democratic institutions and promises danger to the marginalized. By...

OPINION: Editorial boards should make editorial decisions, not owners

OPINION: Editorial boards should make editorial decisions, not owners

Jack Gosselin, Journal Contributor October 29, 2024

The Washington Post’s owner, Jeff Bezos, forced the paper’s editorial board to scrap its already written endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for president in the 2024 election. This action...

OPINION: The job search has become increasingly difficult for younger generations

OPINION: The job search has become increasingly difficult for younger generations

Robin Malconian, Journal Contributor October 29, 2024

“Nobody wants to work these days,” is a phrase commonly thrown around by industry veterans and job recruiters alike. Is it true that younger generations, namely millennials and Generation Z, have less...

OPINION: Albums should not be 'Short n' Sweet'

OPINION: Albums should not be ‘Short n’ Sweet’

Keely Menyhart, Arts Editor October 29, 2024

Music fans around the world count down the days until their favorite artist releases new music. The anticipation is quickly shattered when the date comes after months of waiting to be met with only half...

OPINION: Slashers are out, thrillers are in

OPINION: Slashers are out, thrillers are in

Alexis Crochiere, Asst. News Editor October 29, 2024

Horror movies used to be so scary fans would have to run out of theaters to the nearest trash can to spill their guts out. Now, we are lucky if a horror movie has a real jumpscare.  Although, I don’t...

Katie Ledecky wins 400m freestyle at the 2015 Aquatics WC in Kazan.

OPINION: Women’s sports deserve the same recognition as men’s

Victoria White, Journal Contributor October 23, 2024

How many times have you walked into a sports bar and seen a football game playing? How about a baseball game? Probably too many times to count. Now, how many times have you seen a woman's game of any sport...

OPINION: Free lunch for students should be a necessity not a privilege

OPINION: Free lunch for students should be a necessity not a privilege

Avery Martin, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, schools had to close down and go remote. For some children, this meant they lost their only guaranteed meal of the day. To combat this the government provided...

OPINION: TikTok algorithm continues to exploit creators and minors

OPINION: TikTok algorithm continues to exploit creators and minors

Jack Gosselin, Journal Contributor October 23, 2024

As an avid TikTok cynic who has managed to block TikTok on their home internet, I firmly believe that TikTok and similar competing products are hurting our society and will only continue to cause social...

Former President Donald Trump speaking at The People's Convention at Huntington Place in Detroit, Michigan.

OPINION: Trump continues to prove he is unfit for office

Kamdyn Sargent, Journal Contributor October 22, 2024

A rally held by former President Donald Trump in a town hall Monday night took many unexpected turns, including an impromptu dance party and yet another Hannibal Lecter rant. Trump’s behavior during...

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