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MOZENA: Mandatory voting legislation would prove beneficial

MOZENA: Mandatory voting legislation would prove beneficial

Jackson Mozena, Opinions Stringer April 2, 2019
As a result, the legislation created by the United States government is highly dependent on individuals actually participating in both local and federal elections. Without the input of citizens, official policy positions implemented by the government have the potential to stray from the interests of the people.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was openly enthusiastic about Trumps Golan Heights declaration.

BEG: Golan Heights recognition suggests political implications

Aminah Beg April 2, 2019
By Trump’s validating the acquisition of Golan Heights by Israel, it defied the message the U.N. has been trying to send globally.
HARTE: Free speech executive order demands clarity

HARTE: Free speech executive order demands clarity

Matthew Harte, Opinions Columnist April 2, 2019
Marquette’s institutional policies make a variety of references aimed at respecting free and open discourse, which could be examined for compliance with the executive order.
Changes to the academic advising process would help to better prepare students for class registration.

EDITORIAL: Advising process requires additional resources from university

April 2, 2019
For some more popular majors, advisers must divide their resources and time between a large number of students. Many advisers are also professors, which can mean short advising appointments and less individualized attention for students.
MOZENA: Broadcast news staff members must be held accountable

MOZENA: Broadcast news staff members must be held accountable

Jackson Mozena, Stringer March 26, 2019
Considering traditional news media correspondents are in a unique position to inform the United States citizenry as to the happenings of their country, there has to be an expectation that these individuals will perpetuate information that is accurate and devoid of false or otherwise unsubstantiated information.  
Prominent liberal voices, like Chelsea Clinton, take an a la carte approach to social justice.

BEG: Democratic figures inconsistent

Aminah Beg March 26, 2019
The words of the grieving NYU students were justified. Even though Chelsea Clinton aligns with the Democratic Party, it does not mean whatsoever that her beliefs and actions represent the liberal values that the party seemingly does.
Human trafficking education can help bring awareness for victims.

EDITORIAL: Human trafficking education crucial to combating issue

March 26, 2019
Although human trafficking may not be something on the forefront of many people's minds, it is happening all around, to people just like us.
HARTE: Admissions scandal demands reform

HARTE: Admissions scandal demands reform

Matthew Harte, Opinion Columnist March 26, 2019
Nonetheless, an applicant’s relation to alumni is a fundamentally unfair admissions consideration and should be removed from application forms. No amount of hard work or studying can give a student legacy status.
HARRINGTON: Taboos Prevent Discourse of Slavery

HARRINGTON: Taboos Prevent Discourse of Slavery

Reilly Harrington, Assistant Opinions Editor March 20, 2019
It should be disturbing that the notion of human bondage and kidnapping could be forgotten in the national discourse. Given the unique relationship the United States has with slavery, paired with American ideals about freedom and individual liberties, the discourse surrounding modern slavery should dominate public discussion.
HARTE: Trafficking an Ugly Reality in Milwaukee

HARTE: Trafficking an Ugly Reality in Milwaukee

Matthew Harte, Opinions Columnist March 20, 2019
While the true number of victims remains unknown, Milwaukee’s reputation as a trafficking hub is expounded through high-profile prosecutions of local pimps.
BEG: New Zealand attacker cannot be portrayed as victim

BEG: New Zealand attacker cannot be portrayed as victim

Aminah Beg March 19, 2019
The Muslims who died March 15 deserve respect, and they have not been receiving it. Everyone has the responsibility to condemn this man and other actions like this.
Feedback sessions would provide student input on campus facilities.

EDITORIAL: Master Plan requires transparency, input

March 19, 2019
The University should provide a consistent and publicly available breakdown of the Master Plan that provides more specific information about the administrations approval process and ideas moving forward.
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