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Opinion

Donald Trump has yet to nominate anyone to the seat left vacant by the late Justice Antonin Scalia.

Opinion: Democrats must not resist Republican Supreme Court nomination for good of country

By Frederick Bell January 14, 2017

President-elect Donald Trump is just a few days from being inaugurated as the next U.S. president, and with this comes numerous changes to personnel and policy. One change many are focused on is the Supreme...

The streets of Little Havana is lined with artwork by painters of Cuban descent such as Eliott Prada. 

Opinion: Cuban government underrepresents citizens, Americans take democracy for granted

By Alaina DiLaura January 14, 2017

Beauty radiates from hanging, vibrant paintings while personable smiles greet us as we walk in. Welcome to La Isla, an art stop in Little Havana, Miami, where local artist Eliott Prada curates a fantastic...

Bass culture creates an intimate connection between the audience and sound. 

Opinion: Bass culture has therapeutic effects despite misconceptions of drug involvement

By Alaina DiLaura January 14, 2017

With 10 seconds remaining prior to the commencement of the new year, the Legacy Arena of Birmingham exuded energy from over 20,000 music lovers anticipating Lorin Ashton’s first bass drop of 2017....

Democrats harsh criticisms and name-calling cost them the presidential election, a mistake that everyone should learn from in the future. 

Opinion: Democrats have to rethink the way they talk to Republicans

By Osie Evans |@osiezz January 13, 2017

The 2016 presidential election was one of the most controversial in recent history. Inflammatory statements from both sides, such as President-elect Donald Trump threatening to have Hillary Clinton arrested...

Animals like the black rhino are hunted for their horns in what is called trophy hunting. 

Opinion: Poaching, hunting endangering beloved animal species

By Harriet Adams January 12, 2017

Almost everyone has a favorite animal, whether it’s exotic, rare or endangered. First, picture your favorite animal. Now, imagine said animal being brutally harmed, robbed of necessary organs, or...

Park Place undergoes construction on Jan. 9, 2017, at the corner of Dodson Avenue and West Parker Boulevard.

Opinion: Off-campus housing unaffordable, gives false sense of luxury

By Kevin Yau January 12, 2017

As a student of the University, I’ve witnessed the construction of numerous off-campus apartments that are marketed toward students and that brand themselves as luxury housing. They usually offer...

The Trump campaign induced mainstream feelings of racism, sexism, and bigotry that caused tension among Americans. 

Opinion: Racism, sexism major driving forces behind Trump presidential victory

By Jordan Marcell January 12, 2017

A group of political scientists recently published a paper which details the results of a study they conducted. What that study — undertaken by Brian Schaffner, Tatishe Nteta, and Matthew MacWilliams...

Demonstrators march with homemade signs and chants during Take Back The Night on Oct. 11, 2015, in front of the Memorial Tower.

Opinion: Rape culture haunting, victim blaming vicious

By Kevin Yau January 12, 2017

Rape, similar to murder and assault, is one of society’s most heinous crimes. On one hand, we are taught that, in theory, it is something punishable by law, and perpetrators will face harsh imprisonment....

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Opinion: As technology usage increases, ability to socialize declines

By Myia Hambrick January 11, 2017

It’s New Year’s Eve, and I am hosting a party at my house. I have about 15 friends over, and we still have about two hours until midnight, so I suggest we play a board game. The first round...

Opinion: More inclusive resolutions can incite social change

By Myia Hambrick January 11, 2017

Most people are familiar with New Year’s resolutions. It’s something you intend to change about yourself, like wanting to lose weight, save money or get more rest. I enjoy resolutions because...

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Opinion: Celebrities are not immune to human emotion, mental illness

By Brianna Rhymes December 1, 2016

Kanye West’s recent outbursts were first seen as attempts to seek attention and stir up drama. A few days after an extremely unpredictable rant at one of his shows, he was hospitalized and placed...

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Opinion: Appreciating the present can prevent future regrets

By Kevin Yau |@tatyyau December 1, 2016

This article is dedicated to the University students who will be graduating in December. Despite trying to cherish every aspect of our lives, we still tend to take things for granted. There are things...