Trump has let us doubt our Democracy. Let’s take back the power. Baylynne Brunetti / Asst. Opinion Editor With the tumultuous election finally here, Americans are antsy, and frankly terrified, for a multitude of reasons. The uncertainty of who will win, claims of voter fraud, fear of Trump refusing to […]
Read moreThe necessity for Pass/Fail By: USD GESP, Gender Equity & Sex Positivty Collective The University of San Diego announced on July 29, 2020, that all Fall 2020 courses would continue virtually, yet USD insisted on maintaining the newly expedited schedule, which was crafted specifically for in-person instruction. Furthermore, USD did […]
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USD College Democrats endorse Joe Biden for President By: USD College Democrats The country finds itself at yet another crossroads this election season. While USD Democrats endorse Joe Biden, it is imperative that we see our choice in this election not merely as a vote for a particular candidate, but […]
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College Republicans at USD endorse Donald Trump for re-election By: USD College Republicans Given the incredibly high stakes of this year’s presidential race, we, as innovative changemakers committed to confronting humanity’s urgent challenges, are also committed to exercising this right responsibly by voting for the candidate who stands for decency […]
Read moreKamala Harris turns 56 today: Oct. 20, 2020 Alena Botros / Opinion Editor Just after Senator Kamala Harris became the first woman of color to stand on the debate stage as a member of a major party’s ticket, it has become abundantly clear that even in the year 2020 we […]
Read moreHow the California GOP is committing election fraud Baylynne Brunetti / Asst. Opinion Editor This past week, California Secretary of State Alex Padilla and Attorney General Xavier Becerra were alerted that the California Republican Party (GOP) had placed ballot drop-off boxes at locations such as gyms, gun stores, and churches […]
Read moreStudents are struggling as they adjust to the completely virtual semester. Professors and administrators should do more to help. Hallie Wiltshire / Asst. Opinion Editor As with most aspects of our new pandemic-addled world, no one in Fall 2019 would have believed you if you described our current Fall 2020 […]
Read moreWhy MLMs are horrible for everyone, but especially women Olivia Hunt / Assistant Arts and Culture Editor Are you ready to become a #BossBabe? Want to work from wifi? Do you want to buy yourself a Mercedes Benz? Then this pyramid scheme, I mean, business opportunity — is for you! […]
Read morePresident Trump’s positive COVID test brings skepticism Baylynne Brunetti / Asst. Opinion Editor On Tuesday, Nov. 29, President Trump belittled Joe Biden for wearing “big” masks during his campaign, making a mockery of mask-wearing during a pandemic. Two days later, Trump tested positive for COVID-19. His negligence in not taking the […]
Read moreHow hypocrisy and repression have become a cornerstone to our first amendment freedoms By: USD College Democrats Students across the nation see the deep challenges facing our democracy today. Confidence in government and institutions is at an all time low. Civility among citizens has broken down, rendering thoughtful discussion of […]
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