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Opinion

abortion pro choice

Letter to the editor: Let’s work together to ensure abortion is utilized as seldom as possible

By Frederick Bell October 24, 2019

To begin, I’m a cisgender male who will never have the full responsibility of abortion on my shoulders, but I do have the full responsibility to fight and use my voice when necessary. Now, more than...

Jordan and Amanda, (no last names given) have a photo taken on the steps amid same sex marriage supporters during a traditional marriage celebration Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at the Utah State Capitol. The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments on the constitutionality of Calif., Proposition 8 and the Defense of Marriage Act on Tuesday, March 26, 2013. (AP Photo/Deseret News, Scott G Winterton)

Opinion: There has never been liberty and justice for all, but one day there might be

By Cory Koch October 24, 2019

The U.S. is a country founded on the ideals of liberty and justice for all, but the historical reality is strikingly different.Today, citizens in our country enjoy more personal rights and liberties than...

MAGA? President Trump's giant imPEACHment

Opinion: Impeachment of Trump is important for both political parties

By Cecile Girard October 23, 2019

The threat of impeachment has been floating around since the early days of Donald Trump’s presidency, yet never has it seemed more imminent than now.New headlines appear daily with news on impeachment...

The LSU Pro-Life club displays flags each representing an abortion done in one day by Planned Parenthood on Nov. 13, 2017, on the LSU Parade Ground.

Opinion: Unborn children are the voiceless victims of oppression,should be protected

By Brett Landry October 21, 2019

The U.S. Declaration of Independence states “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that...

Freshman Madalyn Mouton reads a copy of the Reveille on Thursday, August 22, 2019.

Letter from the editor: Revisiting the Reveille’s greatest transformation, our success and determining what’s next

By Caleb Greene October 20, 2019

In August, I said the fall semester would be the 132-year-old Reveille’s greatest transformation. Exciting yet daunting tasks stood in the newspaper’s way as it embraced a digital-first approach...

President Trump's supporters following him off the "MAGA" cliff

Opinion: Trump supporters should not blindly follow him

By Grant Wilkinson October 20, 2019

Politics seem to have an overwhelming grasp on attention of the U.S. right now. So much so that it is impossible to turn anywhere without seeing examples of our divisive times. Why do President Trump’s...

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Opinion: Ellen DeGeneres can be friends with a Republican

By Shelby Bordes October 20, 2019

Ellen DeGeneres and George W. Bush were photographed together talking and laughing at a recent Dallas Cowboys football game. The photo received immediate, negative attention toward DeGeneres and her friendship...

Greek Life

Opinion: Greek Life recruitment should start second semester

By Gabrielle Martinez October 18, 2019

Sorority and fraternity recruitment on the University’s campus happens before classes ever begin. Since potential new members have yet to experience their first day at the University, they shouldn’t...

Trump's most dangerous weapon of choice: His Twitter account

Opinion: Louisianans Smart Enough to Ignore Trump During Primary

By Cecile Girard October 17, 2019

On Oct. 12, as LSU football fans anxiously awaited the final score of the LSU vs University of Florida game, Louisiana voters waited for the results of another important competition: the gubernatorial...

Troy H. Middleton Library

Opinion: LSU should prioritize students when building facilities on campus

By Cory Koch October 16, 2019

Outdoor classrooms and study spaces would massively improve the health and mental well-being of University students. A walk across the University reveals bustling classrooms flanked by the always impressive...

LSU President F. King Alexander sweeping Greek Life tailgating issues under the proverbial rug

Opinion: Greek life should move tailgates back to Parade Ground

By Cory Koch October 14, 2019

It is often said that sports are the front porch of a university. The University's football program and game day environment are nationally acclaimed and widely touted for the incredible culture of hospitality. ...

Opinion: Yellowstone bison continuous habitat loss could lead to extinction

Opinion: Yellowstone bison continuous habitat loss could lead to extinction

By Jasmine Edmonson| @edmonsonjasmine October 14, 2019

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service refuses to perform an in-depth review about whether Yellowstone National Park bison should be on the endangered species list. The Endangered Species Act allows citizens...