Student involvement is needed in more than just the general election

One of Pennsylvania’s most important elections is taking place Nov. 6 —­ the gubernatorial election. Despite the fact that midterm elections are typically perceived as less important than the heavily televised presidential ones, the mid-term elections hold the most impact on the state’s. Because of the gridlock in Washington, D.C., more and more of law making is being accomplished at the state level. This means that whoever becomes governor in November will affect both Shippensburg University and the citizens of Pennsylvania immensely. Even with this knowledge, the voting in midterm elections is declining. 

Mass shootings negatively affect students and their sanity

We live in a world in which discussing uncomfortable topics forces citizens to accept the harsh reality of what is hurting the world. American citizens are being forced to understand that gun violence is reaching a new height — to the point that mass shootings killing children and young adults and teachers being armed with guns are becoming the hottest topics of discussion. 

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National walk out causes controversy

Just four short years ago while finishing my senior year of high school, the thought of being involved in national politics not only never crossed my mind, but there were few high school seniors at Pottsgrove High in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, that would make such an admission. 

Gun control solutions should be more effective

After recently attending the Pennsylvania Republican gubernatorial debate, the most sensitive dialogue of the night — gun control — got me thinking. There, candidates Laura Ellsworth, Pennsylvania Sen. Scott Wagner and Paul Mango offered solutions to the problem of gun violence. 

Focus on mental health during spring break

College breaks are meant to temporarily detox your mind, body and soul from your student life, allowing you time to focus on your mental health.

Understanding gun culture differences should improve gun safety

Gun control has been a hot topic of discussion lately with the mass shootings leaving families, loved ones and friends angry, heartbroken and fed up. No one is talking about gun culture, so let’s talk about it. In America, the gun culture today reflects how divided this world is when it comes to its cultural differences. What society must understand is the difference in cultural gun use. For example, the use of guns is justified from the rural standpoint that guns are used for target practice and hunting. 

New Congressional map causes stir amongst Republicans

On Jan. 22, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court deemed the congressional map for 2011 unconstitutional because it believed the map prioritized partisan advantage. The court said the congressional districts needed to be more compact and contiguous, while containing roughly the same number of people. Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf and the GOP-led legislature were tasked with negotiating a compromise and seeing that no compromise could be made the courts took matters into their own hands.

War on Drugs is bigger than legalizing medical marijuana

When the late President Richard Nixon declared in his 1971 national address that there was a war on drugs, he focused on marijuana and heroin. 

Man denied medical attention by police suffers heart attack

The late Eric Garner’s last words before he died were “I can’t breathe.” 

FEMA denies hurricane victims food access

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been negligent toward those in dire need of food, medicine, housing, improved infrastructure and electricity in disaster areas. 

RAM truck Super Bowl commercial proves Rev. MLK Jr. right

Super Bowl Sundays are known for families gathering around the television anxious to see their favorite team win. 

Day Zero approaches on the city of Cape Town

If you had to estimate how much water you use in a day, what would be your guess? 

Black History should not be during the shortest month of the year

Black history is American history that should not be limited to the shortest month of the year.

Football team names, logos in question

The Cleveland Indians came to a decision to renounce their popular Chief Wahoo uniform logo beginning in 2019. 

Democrats receive backlash after House Intelligence Committee releases Nunes memo

Some of the highest law enforcement offices under the Obama administration were weaponized to secure the Obama legacy. 

Divisions in the Women’s March run deep

Though I consider myself a feminist, I wouldn’t say that the views I hold align with the views of the modern feminist. 

H&M controversial ad causes social media uproar

When the H&M ad controversy surfaced on social media, there was extreme media backlash of both the clothing company and the mother of the young model. 

PA Supreme Court knows where to draw the line

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled the state’s legislative district map unconstitutional on Jan. 22, raising questions on gerrymandering and the methods used by states to draw district lines.

Political cartoons 12/5/17