by LMR | May 28, 2021 | Affirmative Action, No
By Sam Mills Sophomore, UT Austin As Americans, we ought to pride ourselves on our remarkable diversity, particularly given the complicated history of race relations in this country. Even after centuries of inequality, discrimination, and racial issues that...
by LMR | May 28, 2021 | Affirmative Action, Under Certain Conditions
By Aysha Khan Junior, Hunter Although affirmative action accomplishes the goal of increasing diversity in higher education and creating more tolerant communities, it burdens students who are not prepared for the rigorous and fast-paced nature of certain elite schools....
by LMR | May 28, 2021 | Affirmative Action, Yes
By Sydney McArthur Junior, GWU The United States is a nation that has oppressed and continues to oppress certain communities through slavery, systemic racism, and other forms of discrimination. Therefore, affirmative action remains a significant reparative backbone...
by LMR | May 20, 2021 | Chauvin Trial, No
By Daniel Perez Senior, GWU In a high-profile case like the Derek Chauvin trial, it is irresponsible for public officials to comment on their expected verdict as President Joe Biden and Representative Maxine Waters did. Public officials have a constitutional duty to...
by LMR | May 20, 2021 | Chauvin Trial, Yes, However...
By Ian Ching Sophomore, GWU It is irresponsible for prominent politicians to threaten members of the judiciary if the ruling is contrary to their desired outcome. Before the conclusion of the Derek Chauvin trial, President Biden and Representative Maxine Waters made...
by LMR | May 20, 2021 | Chauvin Trial, Yes
By Asha Anthony Freshman, Howard The Derek Chauvin trial lasted three weeks and left Black Americans on the edges of their seats wondering if there would be any form of accountability. In the end, Chauvin was found guilty on manslaughter, second-degree murder and...
