Sign of the Times

March 1, 2021

Pandemic-Era Rule Changes Should Usher in a New Era for Awards Shows

By Katie Caracciolo

Katie Caracciolo unpacks the changing environment of awards shows amidst a pandemic ultimately devoid of the traditional movie-going experience.

February 12, 2021

I’m Scared To Get Sick During the Pandemic

By Celine Pun

Celine Pun highlights the importance of destigmatizing sickness during a pandemic.

February 11, 2021

Time’s Up for the War on Drugs

By Faiz Surani

Faiz Surani breaks down the monumental nationwide legalization of drugs and examines the potential next steps for the country.

February 4, 2021

Not Naive, Necessary: A Short Case for Hope in 2021

By Noah Ropp

Noah Ropp discusses why President Biden's rhetoric around unity is not a naive approach to our current political circumstances.

February 2, 2021

A Case for Nuclear Power

By Nathan Lee

Nathan Lee makes the case for using nuclear power as a solution to the growing climate crisis.

January 31, 2021

Wear Your Fucking Mask. (Please. <3)

By Toni Shindler-Ruberg

Toni Shindler-Ruberg encourages everyone to stay safe and wear their masks.

January 28, 2021

Spinning Shadows: False Historical Narratives and Protest

By Nicholas Liu

Nicholas Liu unpacks the problems that arise from idealizing political figures, especially emphasizing the tendency to default to a dangerously one-sided portrayal.

January 27, 2021

Keep the Filibuster, Protect Political Minority

By Nathan Lee

Nathan Lee argues in favor of the filibuster, noting the danger in voting for its abolishment.

January 20, 2021

This is America: A Brief Spotlight on the Political Theatrics of American Democracy

By Toni Shindler-Ruberg

Toni Shindler-Ruberg discusses what we should take away from the recent attack on the U.S. Capitol.

January 19, 2021

We Must Impeach and Remove Trump in Order to Reunite this Country

By Nathan Lee

Nathan Lee calls on the senate to remove Trump from office.

January 18, 2021

Hold Big Tech Responsible for Capitol Hill

By Kristen Wu

Kristen Wu calls for accountability from big tech for the recent storming of the Capitol.

January 12, 2021

The Language of Man

By Maya Salem

Maya Salem unpacks hidden sexist undertones interwoven into the very structure of language.

December 31, 2020

Opinion Staff’s 2020 Reflections and Resolutions for 2021

By Opinion Editor

Opinion staff shares their thoughts on the year 2020 and resolutions for the new year.

December 28, 2020

Warped Views on Congressional Leadership

By Nicholas Liu

Nicholas Liu explores criticisms of Democratic leaders Pelosi and Schumer.

December 25, 2020

The Supreme Court Considers Reviving State-Sponsored Discrimination

By Faiz Surani

Faiz Surani unpacks the potential for an unprecedented ruling in Fulton v. City of Philadelphia.

December 20, 2020

A Generation of Constant Crisis

By Christine Tu

Christine Tu reflects on the trials and tribulations that Gen Z has already had to face in their short lives and shares her tentative hopes for the future.