Outside Opinions

Measure S Raises Taxes, Creates Slush Fund

October 8, 2010 by

So just what is Measure S for? It is for $15 million for the first four years to support the construction of the new jail and to support the reconstruction of the old jail.
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Upcoming Election Serves as Call to Action for UC Students

October 7, 2010 by

The election on Nov. 2 is of crucial importance to the future of public education in California, especially higher education.
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Prop. 23 Threatens Environmental Interests

October 7, 2010 by

This November, private interests could take our environment hostage. Will you let them?
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Students Bring the Thunder

October 6, 2010 by

In response to Michael Gillooly’s editorial venting his frustration at the state of the UC, I would just like to say that you are not alone.
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Fight for Your Right…To Education

October 1, 2010 by

In my mind, among the largest changes — beyond the obvious transitions from dorm life to Isla Vista and from dining common cuisine to the Top Ramen diet — has been the increasing cost of learning ...
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Call for Heightened Financial Support for Grads

September 29, 2010 by

Two weeks ago, while the University of California Regents were voting on additional increases and bonuses for nearly 40 senior executives, the University’s leadership also heard a discouraging repor...
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Letter From Associated Students Executive Board

September 29, 2010 by

The Associated Students’ Executive Board is writing to inform our fellow students about recent developments concerning on-campus parking.
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Key Healthcare Provisions Target Struggling Students

September 24, 2010 by

The new Healthcare Reform Act passed in March 2010 could ease the woes of graduating seniors and people under the age of 18.
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President Obama Defends Federal Education Policy

September 23, 2010 by

At colleges and universities across America, students are heading into the classroom, many for the first time. You’re taking part in a journey that will not only determine your future, but the futur...
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Abysmal Extravaganza Organization Highlights Hypocrisy

May 20, 2010 by

On Saturday, May 15, thousands of inebriated students descended upon Harder Stadium to enjoy an afternoon of music and overpriced Monster.
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Condescending Article Disrespects Casual Users

May 6, 2010 by

Where do you draw the line between sounding like you’re trying to enlighten your fellow peers and calling them out, ridiculing them and sounding like a total jerk?
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Stereotype Unjustly Mislabels Romani People

April 28, 2010 by

I have NEVER read a more degrading, racist and offensive article in a student-run newspaper than Friday’s opinion article entitled “Real Gypsies Contrast with Disney Depiction,” Daily Nexus, Apr...
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Budget Cut Reallocations Reflect Department Heads’ Priorities

April 26, 2010 by

In last Thursday’s front-page article, (“Division Bundles Staff Under Budget Tension,” Daily Nexus, April 22) Dean Marshall lays out some revealing numbers about budget cuts to the Division of H...
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Gaucho Soccer Fans Make Harder Anything but Boring

November 19, 2009 by

Andrew Seguin’s submission about his negative experiences in English football stands (“English Jeering Takes Fun out of Football,” Daily Nexus, Nov. 16, 2009) reminded me of how awesome the Gauc...
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Begakis Misses the Mark in Mass Infanticide Column

November 19, 2009 by

Oh, Steven Begakis. How cute that you’ve found God (“Mass Infanticide Cannot Be Government Subsidized,” Daily Nexus, Nov. 17, 2009). That must be so nice. Unfortunately, not all of us share your...
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