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Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: Womens’ efforts must be recognized amid pandemic

Aminah Beg April 30, 2020
Women from the president of Taiwan to the grocery clerk at the corner store can be inspiration to others around the world aiming to do their part to mitigate the novel coronavirus. The significant roles they play cannot be forgotten and instead should be celebrated.
The United States has two major political parties — the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. Photo via Flickr.

SALGADO: US two-party system not conducive to representation

Beck Andrew Salgado April 25, 2020
The two-party system in the United States is a caricature of what democracy is supposed to represent. Trained allegiance to our parties has nullified our allegiance to our own unique beliefs and wants.
EDITORIAL: MU should maintain traditional course evaluations during online semester

EDITORIAL: MU should maintain traditional course evaluations during online semester

April 24, 2020
With the possibility of remote learning extending into the fall 2020 semester, course evaluations should still be offered to help improve the learning experiences of students in the future.
Ohio residents protest against state restrictions amid COVID-19. Photo via Flickr.

LAUDOLFF: Protesting stay-at-home orders unsafe, unproductive

Nicole Laudolff, Opinions Columnist April 23, 2020
Voicing your opinion is an undeniably important part of provoking change. However, in the midst of a pandemic, protesting simply isn't a safe or productive option to do so.
Close to Home

Close to Home

Alex Garner, Executive Opinions Editor April 22, 2020

Peering outside the plane’s window, a blue mass moves slowly beneath me. Below me, it is immense and wide, reaching before and behind me. I squint, wanting to see the details of its surface. Small waves...

The Privilege of Political Apathy

The Privilege of Political Apathy

Aminah Beg April 22, 2020

“T. E. R. R. O. R. I. S. T.” These are the harsh letters that pierce my ears and strike my eardrums as I sit on the serene Florida beach trying to soak up some sun while a man gives his opinions of...

BEG: Colleges should lower tuition if classes remain online

BEG: Colleges should lower tuition if classes remain online

Aminah Beg April 22, 2020
The switch to online learning should be accompanied by reduced tuition rates for college students as they deal with financial stress and adapt to challenges of the new remote learning environment.
The 50th Earth Day is April 22, 2020. Photo via Flickr.

GARNER: 50th Earth Day presents opportunity for change during, after pandemic

Alexandra Garner, Executive Opinions Editor April 22, 2020
Earth Day cannot serve solely as a day for environmental celebration. It should serve as an opportunity to take deliberate environmental action. As we continue to address the immediate effects of the coronavirus on our society, we cannot ignore that climate change is still present in our communities.
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EDITORIAL: MUSG postponement of spring elections unnecessary

April 20, 2020
Marquette University Student Government's decision to postpone spring elections due to COVID-19 concerns was not necessary with the option to utilize alternative modes of communication with students, which would maintain voter turnout and protect the right of student voters. 
Nitrogen dioxide levels in Italy for March 2020 and 2019. Graphic via Newsweek.

GARNER: Pandemic spurs US to make environmental reparations

Alexandra Garner, Executive Opinions Editor April 17, 2020
Two years after the coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. re-signs the Paris Agreement and invigorates its commitment to climate action.
Graphic by Alexandra Garner

BEG: Minorities disproportionately struggle pre-, post-virus

Aminah Beg April 17, 2020
One year after the coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. continues to address the inequality and injustices exacerbated by COVID-19.
Graphic via Pew Research Center

LAUDOLFF: National unity remains one year after COVID-19

Nicole Laudolff, Opinions Columnist April 17, 2020
As the country transitions out of quarantine one year after the coronavirus pandemic, Americans still have their differences, but they are far from divided. Though the country is still healing, we are healing together.
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