Opinion

March 11, 2020

Letter to the Editor: Remembering JJ Sanani

By The Opinions Staff

Friends of Intare "JJ" Sanani remember the late fourth-year and recall many pieces of wisdom he passed along during his life.

March 5, 2020

Netflix’s “Sex Education”: An Honest Look at Sexual Violence

By Surya Swaroop

Surya Swaroop discusses how Netflix's "Sex Education" realistically portrays sexual violence in a way which normalizes the trauma that can result from such incidences.

March 5, 2020

Girls Have Hair, Why Should I Care?

By Anabel Costa

"Let's just let the hairy girls live," exclaims Anabel Costa as she urges readers to do as they damn please with their body hair.

March 3, 2020

“I’ll Vote For a Woman, Just Not That Woman”: A Problematic Mindset for the 2020 Election

By Surya Swaroop

Surya Swaroop discusses how the question of electability is inherently sexist.

March 2, 2020

Following the Money: How Big Oil is Backing Candidates

By Sheina Crystal, Kayla Gorman, Miranda O'Brien

With Election Day swiftly approaching, Sheina Crystal, Kayla Gorman and Miranda O'Brien investigate the ties between Big Oil and local political candidates.

February 29, 2020

A Public Thank-You Note to Bruce Porter

By Josh Kenchel

Josh Kenchel pens an open letter to County Supervisor candidate Bruce Porter.

February 27, 2020

In 2020, We Can’t Afford To Be Cynical

By Anabel Costa

Whoever sits in the Oval Office for the next four years will help determine what our future will look like. Our vote matters now more than ever before.

February 27, 2020

UCSB: From Wonderbread World to Home

By Jervey Tervalon

CCS Professor Jervey Tervalon writes about experiencing the education system as a person of color.

February 24, 2020

Swipe Left On Birthright Israel

By Emily Kocis

Emily Kocis writes about why the concept of a Jewish birthright to Israel is problematic.

February 21, 2020

Why Elizabeth Warren is the Ultimate Progressive Reformer

By Sara Rubin

Sara Rubin assesses the differences between two progressive frontrunners of the upcoming Democratic presidential primary.

February 20, 2020

Students Speak Out On Coronavirus

By Opinion Editor

Students share their perspectives on coronavirus, the global health emergency.

February 19, 2020

The Espionage Charges Against Julian Assange Jeopardize Journalism

By Luke Hamilton

Luke Hamilton argues that the charges against Julian Assange undermine the First Amendment and endanger freedom of the press.

February 13, 2020

Ask AJ: Love At First Site

By AJ

AJ is back and better than ever, just in time for the horniest holiday of the year!

February 13, 2020

Why Having a Passion is Overrated

By Veronica Vo

I think it’s okay not to know where you’re going. What matters is that you live in a way that’s important to you. 

February 9, 2020

The First Amendment Isn’t a Free Pass To Discriminate

By Justin Tran

Justin Tran clears up common misconceptions about the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

February 6, 2020

Yes, I’m Watching the Oscars This Year — But Should I Feel Bad About It?

By Katie Caracciolo

In anticipation of Sunday's Academy Awards ceremony, Katie Caracciolo delves into the politics behind the pics.