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The Telling of Time

November 21, 2016 by

Allie Lebos reminds us that no matter how off it might feel, the timing is always right.
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Life of an Indian Girl in Isla Vista

November 18, 2016 by

Urjaa Singh explains what Isla Vista looks like to someone who grew up in India.
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Abortion is a Choice, Not a Debate

November 17, 2016 by

Komal Surani stresses the importance of bodily autonomy with regards to the issue of abortion.
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Understanding Tuition Hikes: A Letter from the Office of the External Vice President

November 16, 2016 by

A letter from EVPSA Deputy Chief of Staff Maya Halthore regarding tuition hikes.
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First Night or Take a Hike?

November 16, 2016 by

Whether it's a one night stand or a fairytale college romance, Allie Lebos wants you to put respect above all.
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It’s Morning Again in America

November 15, 2016 by

Gerardo Banuelos reminds us that we are still Americans before we are Democrats or Republicans.
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Wake Up America, It was Veteran’s Day

November 14, 2016 by

Nik Frey urges Americans to reflect on the meaning of the Veteran's Day Holiday in the wake of a tumultuous election.
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(Extra)ordinary People: Ally LeClair: Traveller, Sex Worker Advocate and Local Residential Director.

November 11, 2016 by

(Extra)ordinary People makes a return as Alexandra Silva offers a peek into the fascinating life of a Resident Director at UCSB.
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U.S. Steps Back, I.V. (Almost) Steps Forward

November 10, 2016 by

“Look around you. We’re the future of America. We’re the millennials, baby.”
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Why Liberals Should Support the Decision to Let Shapiro Speak

November 9, 2016 by

Dylan Parisi explains why liberals shouldn't seek to ban conservative pundit Ben Shapiro from speaking.
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Why You Should Vote if You’re Disenchanted with the Election

November 8, 2016 by

Now that it's election day, Kimia Hadidi urges you to cast your vote no matter how unenthusiastic you may be, and look toward a brighter future.
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Letter to the Editor: Why a Vote for Bruce Porter is a Vote for Big Oil

November 7, 2016 by and

Casey Mix and Grady Zant warn against Bruce Porter's ties to big oil.
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Letter to the Editor: Special District Deception

November 7, 2016 by

Dean Stewart shares why he believes Isla Vistans should vote against the Community Service District.
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An Effort to Humanize Trump Supporters

November 7, 2016 by

With one day to go and many voters likely still undecided, Laurel Rinehart hopes to bring some humanity to this election.
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Predictions for Each Possible Outcome in the 2016 Election

November 7, 2016 by

On the eve of election day, Dylan Parisi lays out the possible outcomes of the election on the national scale
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