It shouldn’t be the standard that queer people are only talked about when something really good or really bad happens; our everyday happy stories have a right to be heard too. Read more »
Every time you make a mistake or come across a new word, take it as an opportunity to learn more. It is our responsibility to create accepting spaces for our peers. Read more »
In contrast, Kinne's approach, which emphasized transparency, collaboration and practical solutions, offers a more community-centered response to these challenges.
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The ultimate goal should be mending the social fabric of our society to a place where everyone is able to thrive regardless of their racial or socioeconomic background. Human life should be valued more than profit. Read more »
Reinforcing anti-hip-hop notions, whether malicious in intent or not, discounts the ingenuity and storytelling of so many unbelievably talented artists. Read more »
SU students need DPS, an entity designed to protect them, to prioritize their safety. The failure to properly communicate the false nature of a shooting threat shows a blatant disregard for the necessity of an on-campus policing service. Read more »
We have a right to hold confidence in the fact that DPS will adequately respond to a situation and protect our campus community. Silence on such a leading issue only worsens the already strained relationship between DPS and the SU community.
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If an attempted insurrection, two impeachments and numerous lies have not shaken Trump’s support, it is doubtful that his indictment will. This is an issue because the rhetoric and demeanor he displayed from the land’s highest office is damaging to the American people at large. Read more »
In an attempt to define women, some people will always be excluded. Not all women have long hair. Not all women wear heels. Not all women have uteruses. If any of these are required in your definition of a woman, it isn’t complete. Read more »
Our leaders' actions do not match their words. In the past, Republicans have claimed that mass shootings are a result of a mental health crisis, yet they have offered no solutions. This time they claim it’s because Hale was transgender, while at the same time banning access to life-saving gender-affirming care for transgender youth across the country.
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It would be one thing if consumer data protection was prioritized across the board and this was one of many efforts. But targeting one platform, or really, one country, is counterproductive and a waste of our officials’ time.
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A drive to include religious diversity within DEIA training can limit cases of Islamophobia on campus and religious bias. Including an emphasis on a diverse religious education within training can provide the opportunity for faculty to broaden their understanding. Read more »
Students are a part of this community. You ride unreliable Centro buses, you rent from absentee landlords. The problems you face also confront tens of thousands of other families living alongside you in this city. Read more »
This gap in age also means the values of newer generations and the future of the country will not be fully represented. The majority of Congress is making policy or denying policy for a future they will not have to live in. Read more »
The sanctions have been in place for 12 years, have proven to be ineffective and are instead cruel and criminal, with the conflict in Syria only getting worse.
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Ensuring healthcare for our transgender community members brings us one step closer to ensuring equality and equity for so many disadvantaged people in our country.
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If this impeachment succeeds, it will create a deadly precedent and a chilling effect on senators’ willingness and ability to express their opinion during debate on the floor of the senate. Read more »
By allowing teams that cater to the stereotypes of certain cultures to keep the same traditions, we allow harmful stereotypes to be reinforced among the general population.
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We need to raise the bar on what is acceptable maternity care. It is not fair that birthing people, especially Black people, have to go into labor on defense because they are chronically aware of what they are up against: a racist, ableist, xenophobic and profit-driven health care system.
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Consequences for racist language are based on the identity of the individual. The difference in judgment also points out Congress’ antagonism toward Palestinian rights and sovereignty.
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