Sign of the Times

In 2020, ‘Nice Guys’ Finish First

May 13, 2019 by

In response to Joe Biden's presidential candidacy, Grace Wiley argues that political figures must be held accountable for sexual misconduct.
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Liberalism vs. Open-Mindedness: No, They’re Not the Same

May 6, 2019 by

Jordan Curiel points out the differences between left-leaning politics and true liberalism.
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The Border Wall Argument Stands on a Shaky Foundation

May 2, 2019 by

Kian Karamdashti pokes holes in national immigration policy and the argument for a wall at the U.S.-Mexican border.
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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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