More than just a natural disaster
The burning Amazon is no accident – it has a cause and action needs to be taken now Photo Brasil de Fato The Amazon is in a state of emergency. The forest is located in…
Opinion
Our climate should not merely be political
Regardless of politics, climate change is our problem to solve Photo the Science Advisory Board Climate change, whether we like it or not, is a problem that is beginning to seriously affect the planet. Scientific…
Believe the victim before we protect the accused
If we want women to speak up, we must support them when they do In an era where the #MeToo movement is prevalent and more and more light is shone upon victims of sexual assault,…
Integrity: Is it gone in politics?
The nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, along with many other controversial politicians in the era of Donald Trump, tests the authenticity of American politics. I will be the first to admit I…
Our climate depends on us, and our lives depend on the climate
When we think of the inevitable tearing apart of our universe, or even the inevitable explosion of our galaxy’s sun, as one might every so often, they probably don’t foresee these as serious threats. Surely…
When is enough enough in the #MeToo era?
Over the past year, the “Me Too” movement has motivated a mass of women to bring to light their sexual harassment stories. Many celebrities have come out and spoken of events they experienced while trying…
Protesting your rights, within your rights
When does protesting cross the line from constitutional to too extreme? Under the first amendment, Americans are allowed the right to protest, as well as the right to assemble. The act of protesting and using…
Keep your politics away from the anthem, and out of Nike
Jobless millionaire, former NFL quarterback, and unprofessional protester Colin Kaepernick, recently appeared as the face of Nike in their commercial for the 30 year anniversary of the, “Just do it” campaign. In the commercial, Kaepernick…
There goes the Neighborhood
Gentrification takes hold of some American neighborhoods, strangling its residents A few years ago, I went back home to the Bay Area. I was excited to visit; I was going to see a lot of…
Puerto Rico: Let’s Not Forget What Happened
Puerto Ricans are left to fend for themselves, even in the wake of Maria It is an island abounding in beauty, with its rich history and a culture that never fails to disappoint. You will…