'Peanuts' racism debate; an exaggerated interpretation of racial inequality reality
ByFor many, “Peanuts” cartoons bring back great childhood memories.
OPINION
Florida voting standards create mockery for U.S.
ByAnother election season in Florida has passed and the outcomes of multiple races hung in the balance for weeks afterward. It’s déjà vu all over again.
Letter to the editor: Conservatives committed to fooling Americans with cuts
ByI am writing to respond to the frequent claim made by conservative-Republicans that Democrats in the Congress and in the liberal part of the news media support “RECKLESS SPENDING” by the federal government on programs that help people.
SU's new housing rules less than ideal
ByShippensburg University’s updated housing agreement for the 2019-2020 school year requires that students with less than 60 credits live on campus.
Trump's behavior comparable to Nixon, Mussolini
ByLet’s be honest. No one likes to lose. And for those possessing a healthy ego, defeat is an especially unbearable prospect.
Voter suppression still a problem
ByWhy is voter suppression still happening? Simple — we still have racists running our government.
Voting speaks louder than words
ByIn the wake of the hate-filled massacre that took place in a Pittsburgh synagogue late last month, the breadth of our religious freedoms is up for debate.
Fear of caravan is unnecessary, political ploy
ByDuring times of crisis, history is replete with individuals who rise above peril and heed higher callings. Their actions are the stuff of legend.
Trump responsible for society's hateful attitude toward media
ByFree speech is a tenet of our national identity.
Discussion must be started on trans rights
ByLet’s face it. Talking about gender and sex is uncomfortable and confusing.
Demonstration not representative of Christianity
ByMy name is Katie and I am one of the most liberal people you may ever meet. I am also a devout Christian.
Anti-media rhetoric destroying journalism credibility ahead of midterms
ByThere is no question that next week’s midterm elections will arguably be some of the most important in modern history.
Another Trump victory may be inevitable
ByIt is a tough time to be a Democrat. And I do not wish to exasperate the current state of progressive pessimism. But much like Al Gore, I am compelled to share a rather inconvenient truth: President Donald Trump is likely to be reelected in 2020.
Handling of missing journalist symbolic of nation's decline
ByA Washington Post journalist went missing nearly a month ago, yet the mystery surrounding his disappearance continues.
Treatment of Christine Ford exposes political disengagement
ByBrett Kavanaugh’s tumultuous confirmation saga came to an end on Oct. 6 when the U.S. Senate approved his appointment to the Supreme Court. Despite credible accusations of sexual assault levied against him by Christine Blasey Ford, Republican leaders forged ahead with his nomination process.
Office door defacing creates worry for LGBT community
ByStudents should be able to make it through college without being targeted for who they are.
Race plays a large role in sexual assault cases
ByBill Cosby, the man once considered “America’s Dad,” was sentenced to 3–10 years in prison this month for drugging and sexually assaulting a handful of women at his home some 50 years ago — or did he?
Tourette's is a disorder, not politics
ByLife with Tourette’s syndrome is difficult enough without offensive headlines.
Arguing politicians have lost our best interests in the chaos
ByOn the heels of sexual assault accusations against Brett Kavanaugh last week, it appears that Congress is no closer to appointing a Supreme Court justice to fill the seat left vacant by Justice Anthony Kennedy.