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Who Cares About Columbus Day?

In recent years, Columbus Day has become a target of criticism for its celebration of colonization and the inherently forceful means through which America was established.

Power and Consent: The Clinton-Lewinsky Affair Was Not Inherently Abusive

Power dynamics play an important role in attraction and sexual relationships, but power taken too far can result in sexual assault.

The Flaws in Jacob Soboroff’s UCI Student Voter “Survey”

MSNBC correspondent Jacob Soboroff visited our campus on Oct. 9th to survey UCI students’ feelings about voting… is what I would have said had he actually stepped foot on campus.

What We Owe to Struggling Friends

Recently I had the experience of being a “Listener” on a site called 7 Cups where users can seek online counseling.

Trump’s Refusal to Halt Saudi Arms Sales Disregards Human Right Violations

On October 2nd, Jamal Khashoggi, a Saudi writer and journalist known for his criticisms of the Saudi government, went to the Saudi consulate in Turkey.

Glocktoberfest and Infamous Dex

A quick Google search of Famous Dex will reveal an unpleasant past.

The Obvious Misogyny in Reggaeton Music

If you turn on any Spanish-speaking radio station right now, you won’t be able to escape the catchy hooks, irresistible beats, and tropical rhythm of reggaeton music.

Disney’s Termination of James Gunn Empowers the Alt-Right

On July 20th, reports came out that Disney fired director James Gunn, best known for his work on the Guardians of the Galaxy films, due to tasteless jokes made on Twitter from 2008 to 2012.

Banksy’s Art Shredding More Spectacle than Statement

Every piece of art has a different meaning for each person. Some people may have similar general views on the art piece, but their specific opinions will always have differences.

Himpathy, Ayala, and Sexual Assault Allegations

Last November, four women in the UCI community came forward with allegations of sexual misconduct against Francisco J. Ayala, an evolutionary biologist and one of UCI’s most prominent benefactors.

Chalk Graffiti On Campus Accomplishes Nothing

At UCI, a common form of political expression is writing a message in chalk somewhere on campus where many students will see it. But what does this accomplish?

Could Voter Apathy Quell the Blue Wave this November?

We’re less than a month away from the November midterm elections and the only reason I know that is because I constantly hear about it every few hours.

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