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A servant’s heart should guide our decisions, not politics

“If you are neutral in times of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.” These words, spoken by South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu,...

Birth and death of free speech at Berkeley

Free Speech not welcome at Berkeley ...

Complex political issues in an 140-character world

Political discourse in the United States is a sham. The American people have devolved discussion on complex issues into 140 characters, fear-mongering and the most trivial of memes. People, both in the media and out, no longer pursue the truth. American discourse as a whole is an echo chamber of “alternative facts” that are sought out of convenience rather than...

Pop-culture column: Hollywood gets political at SAG Awards

The Screen Actors Guild Awards were filled with actresses walking the red carpet in their customized, dazzling and expensive gowns, ready to make a statement....

Guest column: Why I am still hopeful for the next four years

In the past year, but particularly in the months since Nov. 9, we have been forced to deal with the harsh reality that our nation is severely divided. Our...

My hope for 2017: A return of civility in politics

For people who love politics, Inauguration Day is like Christmas morning or Easter Sunday. We celebrate a new leader, a new administration and some of...

Letter to the Editor: Curtis Hill

Can community activists successfully transition into politicians? Can they retain their community-based interests over self-interest and ensure that the...

‘Tremendous respect’

President Obama with President- Elect Trump ...

Politics and activism are important parts of our society

Most students at our university will have to deal with the American political system for years to come. That may dismay some of you, but it is the truth. Though...

Clinton is the only qualified choice for president

I know most people have heard more than their fair share of political rhetoric over this election cycle, but I really believe this is important: You should...

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