Sign of the Times

UCSB For Bernie: Introducing Local Action

March 12, 2016 by

UCSB for Bernie shares why Bernie Sanders has received support amongst the Santa Barbara population.
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A Closer Look at Refugees

March 11, 2016 by

Emmaly Read delves into refugee policy in the U.S. and the west.
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Why Donald Trump is the GOP’s Best Hope for a Return to Sanity

February 29, 2016 by

Donald Trump is just what the GOP needs, but it's not because he would make a good nominee.
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Why I (actually) Feel the Bern

February 24, 2016 by

Felicia Balli talks about why she truly feel the Bern.
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China’s Theft of the South China Sea: It’s Definitely ‘Not That Chill’

February 18, 2016 by

Nik Frey wants you to become educated about the so-called "game of dibs" going on with the South China Sea.
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Where is Rand Paul?

February 16, 2016 by

Presidential primary elections began recently in Iowa and New Hampshire with surprises in the results from both parties. Within the Democratic party, it is unclear at who will take the nomination this...
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The Problem With Selective Politics

February 11, 2016 by

A couple days ago, it was reported that Michael Bloomberg, the billionaire and former mayor of New York City, is considering an independent bid for president. While many candidates have tried (and fai...
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Polarizing Politics and the Presidential Race

February 2, 2016 by

Annie Milburn places the UK and the U.S. side by side and gives an analysis of the remainder of the presidential race.
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On The White Student Union

January 25, 2016 by

Sebastianne describes why the "White Student Union" Facebook page perpetuates and embodies supremacist ideology that is seriously concerning, no matter how seriously intended.
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Uncle Sam and Saudi Arabia: The Most Awkward BFF’s Ever

January 14, 2016 by

In the wonderful world of friendship, there exist many fun categories. We have our really “good friends” (bless their hearts), our “longtime friends” (the ones you’ve known for years but onl...
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Dissatisfaction with Affirmative Action

January 6, 2016 by

In the first installment of "The Dissonant Dissident" this calendar year, Jason Garshfield analyzes and explains his reasons for rejecting UC President Janet Napolitano's recent support of affirmativ...
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The Mess Created by No-Fly Lists

December 28, 2015 by

Calvin Chiu explains why no-fly lists do more harm than good.
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Yale, Mizzou and Beyond: Have Protestors Lost Sight of Their Intentions?

November 24, 2015 by

Jason Garshfield challenges protestors at Yale and Mizzou, and liberal students across the country to examine the methods by which they are protesting.
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Why America Should Do Right by Refugees

November 23, 2015 by

Calvin Chiu dissects the current refugee situation, and explains why many Americans are getting it wrong.
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Catch a Fire: A Letter from the Bernie Sanders Campaign

November 17, 2015 by and

A letter from the Santa Barbara for Bernie 2016 campaign.
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