Commentary: Biden-Harris union is a metaphor for unity
ByAfter months of speculation, Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden named California Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate.
OPINION
The Slate Speaks: From graduates, ‘Ship, this isn’t it.’
ByIn the midst of a pandemic, Shippensburg University is offering a consolation prize to a senior class which has given up many of its “lasts:” A commencement ceremony in its commuter parking lot.
Commentary: Minorities face heightened risk in coronavirus pandemic
ByAs COVID-19 coronavirus cases in the United States surpass the 3 million mark, according to the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, evidence shows the health crisis is disproportionately impacting minorities. In particular, Latino Americans are bearing the brunt of the burden.
Letter to the Editor: Let's get real about fall reopening
Almost every aspect of college life would be near impossible following CDC social distancing guidelines.
Commentary: All lives will not matter until Black lives matter
ByThe Black Lives Matter movement is now stronger than ever after recent events involving the deaths of Black lives at the hands of police officers who pledge to serve and protect the integrity of all lives.
Take Five Minutes: Are current COVID-19 restrictions infringing on constitutional rights?
By / Staff ColumnistThe onset of the COVID-19 coronavirus brought an entirely new mindset for Americans to digest as tensions heightened and restrictions increased across the country.
The Slate Speaks: Economic protests during the coronavirus
ByDespite the need for social distancing and business closures because of the COVID-19 coronavirus, people are still exercising their right to protest these measures.
The Slate Speaks: The fate of Centralia’s Graffiti Highway
ByFor many decades, tourists have traveled to Centralia’s colorful Graffiti Highway to create art, take photos or simply admire the site’s beauty.
Give it a thought: The American way of life vs American lives
By / Staff ColumnistIn “The Thirteen American Arguments,” Howard Fineman covers questions and topics that Americans have been debating since the founding of our nation. The topics include “What is a person?” and the extent of presidential power.
Commentary: Protestors are ignoring social-distancing orders and science
ByCiting their skepticism of the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, protesters throughout the nation have demanded an end to government-mandated closures. By ignoring social distancing guidelines, their outlook is clear: They do not believe health experts.
The Slate Speaks: Social distancing is a crucial step in flattening the curve
ByAs the global spread of COVID-19, known as the coronavirus, continues, those living in the United States must practice social distancing to help flatten the curve.
Give it a thought: Remember nonprofits during coronavirus pandemic
By / Staff ColumnistState governments are forcing most businesses to close, including some nonprofits, as a result of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
Take five minutes: Rethinking Socialism before the 2020 election
By / Staff ColumnistAs the race for the democratic nomination progresses, candidates former Vice President Joe Biden (D) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (D- Vermont) continue to go head-to-head to make a lasting impression on the American public.
Commentary: A balancing act between wealth and wellness must occur during Gov. Wolf’s order
ByPennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf’s order to suspend non-life-sustaining business operations has displaced hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvania residents from work.
Take 5 minutes: A closer look at the actions of the United States amid the coronavirus
By / Staff ColumnistThe United States and the actions of President Donald Trump and Congress are, as a whole, being watched closely by the worldwide media.
The Slate Speaks: Should online courses for the spring semester be pass-fail?
As the 2020 spring semester continues, college students are doing all they can to achieve satisfactory grades.
Slate Speaks: Commencement ceremonies should be postponed, not cancelled
ByGraduation is the culmination of a student’s years of hard work inside and outside of the classroom. The ceremony is much more than a student walking across a stage in a cap and gown — it is a celebration. Students receive their diplomas and present their accolades to the friends and family who supported them along the way.
Commentary: Political propaganda about Hillary Clinton should not distract from issue of coronavirus
ByA recent analysis of social media metrics reveals that Hillary Clinton’s emails were more topical on Super Tuesday than the general election or coronavirus, according to Vox contributor Aaron Rupar.
Give it a thought: SU should offer online alternative for COVID-19, not mandate it
By / Staff ColumnistThe coronavirus (COVID-19) has led the world into an unnecessary panic bolstered by a news and social media frenzy throwing myths around.