Fundamentalists within the Republican Party should not dissuade conservative students; the party’s core ideas are ultimately sound.
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How much does anti-gay rhetoric set back the GOP?
Students should not support the Republican Party so long as its candidates continue to ignore the gay rights movement.
Read the rest of this article »Let’s make elevator rides a little less awkward
I have always been intrigued by the lack of etiquette that people have when it comes to elevators. Sure, it’s nice to hold the door for someone or press the floor button for others, but there comes a time when snap decisions have to be made in exigent circumstances. I made the decision to hold the [...]
Read the rest of this article »Immigration law compromises human rights, safety
Turmoil is growing between the California state legislature and the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement over immigration laws. ICE’s Secure Communities program requires local law enforcement to send detainees’ fingerprints to immigration authorities and to hold them on behalf of ICE if they are identified as candidates for deportation. The state legislature objects; it is [...]
Read the rest of this article »Online education provides an alternative
With college tuition continuing to rise with no guarantee for jobs after graduation, some prospective college students might choose alternative paths to education. Because of the increase in costs, enrolling for a postsecondary education online has become an attractive option — not a last resort. The virtual classroom experience provides a viable alternative that students [...]
Read the rest of this article »Is Obama’s economic blueprint viable?
Obama’s attempts to bolster the economy are misguided. Instead of spending and taxing, he should focus on reducing the deficit.
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By supporting the middle class and bringing jobs back home, Obama will significantly improve our post-graduation prospects.
Read the rest of this article »New Swedish religion gets file-sharing right
In America, sharing files is a criminal act. In Sweden, the practice is now a religious experience. Last month, Sweden officially recognized The Missionary Church of Kopimism. The religion sees all information as sacred; thus, file-sharing is a holy act. The founder, Isak Gerson, hopes Kopimism’s followers will one day have the freedom to transmit [...]
Read the rest of this article »East Los Angeles is in a conundrum. For the past half-century, the residents of the unincorporated area have tried to make it an official city within L.A. county. Incorporation would give East L.A. freedom to develop and advance. Many other Angelenos, however, claim that incorporation is not economically viable. The Local Agency Formation Commission plans [...]
Read the rest of this article »Charity events can raise more funds without alcohol
You know the scene: It’s game day, and you’re at a tailgate on campus. Between the tailgates and the crowds, people wander around looking for fresh recyclables. You finish off a beer and hand it with a nod to a person with a large black trash bag. For some USC students, this is the most [...]
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