Opinions
A battleground for great powers, the Caucasus cannot be ignored
Modern discussions on foreign policy focus mostly on active conflicts — explosions, gunfire, rockets and tanks make great headlines, and public opinion on nations abroad tends to be shaped by the images...
Opinions
Cuba’s latest blackout is a symptom of the U.S. blockade
On Oct. 18, Cuba’s power grid fell victim to Tropical Storm Oscar. The only working power plant in Cuba at the time was the Antonio Guiteras Plant, and when it went down,...
Opinions
Pipe Dream's Halloween playlist
Listen to the playlist here! Julie Ha, opinions editor and a senior double-majoring in English and comparative literature “Call for Help” by Pearly Drops I’m not a usually fan of Pearly Drops,...
Opinions
Writers need to be recognized for their talents
TV and film writers should be paid more than they are. What writers are paid now is not enough and should be more proportionate to other salaries in the massive and constantly...
Opinions
Break is the first half of 'breakup'
When people say they want a break in a relationship, are they too scared to say they want to break up? The term “break” is a scapegoat for those who can’t admit...
Opinions
Qatar's funding of American universities is dangerous
The acceptance of substantial foreign funding, particularly Qatar’s $4.7 billion contribution to American higher education between 2001 and 2021, raises significant concerns about campus safety and integrity. When universities accept money from...
Opinions
Make no mistake: Trump attempted a coup
Am I living in an episode of “South Park?” This is what I was thinking as I watched a mob of confused, angry, conspiracy-brained cultists violently break into the Capital and desecrate...
Staff Editorials
Editorial: 2024 local election endorsements
U.S. Congress: Josh Riley The Editorial Board confidently endorses Josh Riley for election to the U.S. House of Representatives. The incumbent, Rep. Marc Molinaro, has not proven to be reliable and trustworthy,...
Opinions
Religion in policymaking contradicts America's founding liberties
There is a misconception that we, the United States, were founded to be a Christian nation and, therefore, our laws and policies must reflect that. This warped perception is largely due to...
Opinions
Alternative parties must embrace grassroots tactics
In my recent article about third-party politics, I emphasized that there are policies that could be useful on a national level — minor political perspectives can nonetheless shape major nationwide issues, such...