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Same-sex parenting is just parenting

Same-sex parenting is just parenting

Shaneeza Hasnani, Opinion Columnist October 14, 2021

"If the child is raised by two gay fathers, he is going to be gay." "It’s weird for children to be around such people." We often hear these stereotypes from people who are homophobic or misunderstand...

What it costs to be a woman

What it costs to be a woman

How the Pink Tax increases prices for necessities
Shaneeza Hasnani, Opinion Columnist October 7, 2021

To all the cis women out there, do you ever feel a twinge of envy? Envy of cis men who don't have to go through the trouble of living up to society's expectations of what it means to be a girl? Envy of...

The harsh reality of the "tortured artist"

The harsh reality of the “tortured artist”

Great pain makes great art — but at what cost?
Mai Vo, Opinion Columnist October 7, 2021

Great pain makes great art. There is no doubt about it. At some point in my childhood, I spent several hours a day practicing the piano in preparation for competitions and examinations, squeezing that...

Gender and sexuality: It's not a choice

Gender and sexuality: It’s not a choice

Shaneeza Hasnani, Opinion Columnist September 30, 2021

Gender and sexuality are issued to you the moment you enter this world. The hospital labels you as male or female from the minute you are born. Your family offers you toys to play with based on the gender...

Cà Phê Sữa Đá: A Vietnamese delicacy

Cà Phê Sữa Đá: A Vietnamese delicacy

Mai Vo, Opinion Columnist September 23, 2021

If you know me, you know that I’m more of a juice and tea person than a coffee person. But I would drink Vietnamese coffee (cà phê sữa đá) in a heartbeat, and by that I mean the flavors, taste...

Greenwashing: The latest trend in fast fashion

Greenwashing: The latest trend in fast fashion

Even when consumers are aware of environmental harm, why do fast fashion retailers continue to grow?
Ameena Khan, Opinion Columnist September 23, 2021

This past August, Chinese ultra-fast fashion retailer SHEIN launched SHEINCares For Animals. Paired with an assortment of cheap T-shirts and tote bags promoting the cause, the campaign pledged to donate...

There's no need to panic about "critical race theory" being taught in schools

There’s no need to panic about “critical race theory” being taught in schools

Sarah Fisher, Opinion Editor September 16, 2021

This summer, Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill that limits the ability of Texas teachers to discuss certain issues in current events and in history. The bill places restrictions on civics education, stipulating...

Can there be a new 'moral' consensus?

Can there be a new ‘moral’ consensus?

How American conservatives should rethink social conservatism
Ben Falcon, Opinion Columnist September 16, 2021

With the Supreme Court’s 5-4 approval of S.B. 8, which bans abortion after six weeks, progressives across the country are wondering if it’s a one-off victory for social conservatives or if it’s the...

The need for inclusive language in abortion activism

The need for inclusive language in abortion activism

Logan Crews, Managing Editor September 9, 2021

Despite my anger, grief, frustration and every other negative emotion possible, I’ve had a hard time talking about Texas’ new law largely banning abortions that occur after six weeks of pregnancy....

Abet ecocide or divest?: The responsibility we bear

Abet ecocide or divest?: The responsibility we bear

Ethan Crane, Guest columnist September 9, 2021

You’ve heard it all before. What we are currently living through is the most consequential emergency humanity has ever faced. If we don’t meet the climate crisis with appropriate urgency on behalf...

Face filters, plastic surgery and social media

Face filters, plastic surgery and social media

Mai Vo, Opinion Columnist September 9, 2021

To be honest, I thought that the pandemic situation would have improved by now, but sadly I must admit that, like during quarantine, I still spend an embarrassing amount of time staring at myself in the...

Has "American Liberalism" strayed from its roots?

Has “American Liberalism” strayed from its roots?

Ben Falcon, Opinion Columnist September 9, 2021

Today, modern American liberalism, for better or for worse, is being defined by “big government” and the belief that government is the cure for all ills. It begets the question of if American liberalism...