Sign of the Times

The Fight Against Climate Change Starts With You

April 10, 2019 by

Stella Calbert argues in favor of taking individual action to combat climate change.
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Letter from the Editor | A Call for Civility During Divestment

April 10, 2019 by and

Opinion Editors Hannah Jackson and Harper Lambert issue a reminder that dissent does not excuse hate speech.
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Letter to the Editor | In Opposition of Divestment

April 9, 2019 by

Sarah Mehrnia argues that A.S. Senate should not divest from Israel.
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Not Again: Protect Santa Barbara From Cat Canyon Oil Development

April 6, 2019 by and

Gordon Hahn and Alexandra Leal Silva take a stand against the construction of oil wells in Santa Barbara.
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What’s the Real Cost of a Strawberry?

March 19, 2019 by

Amarica Rafanelli explores the true cost of labor in the U.S., and how we take it for granted in our everyday products and lives.
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Who Wants Free Money?

March 4, 2019 by

Annabel Li examines the potential impact that Universal Basic Income could have on college students.
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Separating Artists From Their Art: When Are They #Canceled?

February 25, 2019 by

Alysha Agarwal debates the severity of #canceled culture in the age of the Internet, and where we should really draw the line.
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Performative Protest or Pure Profit: Can Brands Have It All?

January 24, 2019 by

Melanie Ziment explores the relationship between corporate empires and grassroots social movements.
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Are You a Murderer or a Sexist? Choose One

December 8, 2018 by

Annabel Li discusses the dichotomous nature of the abotion debate.
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The Clickbait Debate: Is Gossip Newsworthy?

December 6, 2018 by

Morgan Wiitala examines the blurred line between news and entertainment in media coverage of the Trump Administration.
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A Plea for Constructive Dialogue

October 31, 2018 by

Vince Feliciano sheds light on the necessity for respectful discussion in university settings.
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Argument in the Office: Are Celebrities Obligated to ‘Speak Now’ On Politics?

October 18, 2018 by and

Opinion editors Laurel Rinehart and Harper Lambert discuss Taylor Swift's political Instagram post and debate the role of celebrities in civic discourse.
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Vote Like Your Life Depends On it

August 23, 2018 by

At a time when civic participation is especially critical, casting your ballot is an essential step to ensure your voice is heard.
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Don’t Give Killers Publicity

June 28, 2018 by

In a country where mass shootings are all too common, Rick Zierer emphasizes the importance of not giving undue attention to the shooters.
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Measure R – Let’s Take Back OUR Isla Vista

June 2, 2018 by

Jonathan Abboud asserts that voting Yes on Measure R is the right decision for the benefit of the Isla Vista community.
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