GOP resorting to voter suppression silences majority
In modern American politics, the Electoral College is an antiquated system that only serves to hinder the democracy it was put in place to protect. Read more »
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Mail-in ballots present too many barriers for voters
Complex language, pen color requirements, signature after signature. It isn’t easy to vote by mail, and while voter fraud is nearly a myth, that’s a problem. Read more »
Students must demand change from corporations
After a summer of political activism which still affects how consumers act today, students have a responsibility to hold companies accountable that do not follow their own commitments to social issues. Read more »
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program expansion important for NY students
New York’s recent expansion of SNAP benefits to 75,000 SUNY and CUNY students is an important move to ensure food security. Read more »
Social distancing worsens political polarization
Social isolation added fuel to the fire of political polarization in the U.S., and it all starts on your social media feeds. Read more »
Students must take risks of marijuana more seriously
Despite its popularity and reputation as a safer alternative to cigarettes, students shouldn’t turn a blind eye to the risks of marijuana. Read more »
Social media holds students accountable more than SU itself
Many students are flouting COVID-19 safety regulations and continue to party. Social media accounts are holding students accountable better than the Syracuse University administration itself. Read more »
Graduate students don’t feel connected to campus after commencement
Between intensive workloads and narrow opportunities for socializing, many graduate students have difficulty feeling connected to the campus community, and will carry that with them after graduation. Read more »
Decision to remove Columbus statue removes history
Moving the statue and renaming Columbus Circle only serves to appease “woke” protesters. Read more »
Columbus statue reminds us only of racism and genocide
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh’s decision to remove the city’s Christopher Columbus statue is an important step in upholding Indigenous people. Read more »
Syracuse University is making progress towards sustainability
Despite a global pandemic and rapidly changing circumstances, SU is making strides towards being a more environmentally friendly university, and facilitating education to ensure the environment’s future. Read more »
Attack ads against Balter are misleading, unethical
Biased political ads are nothing new, but organizations supporting Rep. John Katko have gone above and beyond to paint former SU professor Dana Balter in a bad light. Read more »
Green Party deserves a spot on the debate stage
Political infighting has turned millions of Americans away from politics, elevating a legitimate third option can change that. Read more »
Global issues don't belong on Instagram. They belong in action.
Instagram activism isn’t enough to make substantive change for many global issues. Read more »
Thrifters should be considerate of the poverty within their community
It’s now more common than ever to pick through thrift stores to resell clothes, but that can only hurt those who rely on thrift stores for their clothing the most. Read more »
Republican tactics in nominating Amy Coney Barrett hurt American democracy
Childish bickering between Republicans and Democrats over the fate of the Supreme Court will have dire consequences for our republic. Read more »
Online classes cause mental health struggles for students
Hour after hour of Zoom class stuck behind a screen only serves to hurt some students whose experiences can worsen anxiety or depression. Read more »
Graduate school is a strong alternative to rocky job market
The COVID-19 pandemic has made it tough to find a job. For many SU seniors, grad school is looking much more alluring. Read more »
Amy Coney Barrett would help Supreme Court, SU’s Title IX lawsuits
Barrett’s originalist jurisprudence and history of rulings on Title IX cases shows that she is a champion for individual rights. Read more »
Diversity is no longer a buzzword in Greek life
National movements like Black Lives Matter have emphasized the need for more diversity in predominantly-white Greek organizations. Many are taking note. Read more »
TikTok is a threat to national security
The Trump administration has been trying to ban TikTok for weeks, and their quest to protect Americans’ private data is a righteous one. Read more »
Trump’s TikTok ban is another authoritarian action
The Trump administration has been trying to ban TikTok for weeks, but their quest to protect Americans’ private data is one based in limiting our freedoms. Read more »
Raising tuition was not a bad decision for Syracuse University
Many have criticized Syracuse University’s decision to raise tuition for the 2020-2021 school year, but in reality, the university has a good reason to do so. Read more »
2020 has been a hard year. But you must stay hopeful
The COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated many of the problems facing young people. It’s to lose hope, throw in the towel. It’s crucial that you don’t. Read more »
