Toxic environment in military schools must change
By Ashton Becker The United States military academies and Senior Miltary Colleges, SMC, are academic institutions designed to train and shape the next generation of military leaders. Thousands of students across the nation aspire to attend these renowned institutions, willing…
Depp v. Herd shows bigger issue
By Abigail Connolly As a $50 million defamation lawsuit trial unfolds before the world, it is time to consider the way domestic abuse is viewed and handled. Famed actor, Johnny Depp (“Edward Scissorhands”) is currently engaged in a fierce legal…
Catholic healthcare religious treatment detrimental
By Ashton Becker The Catholic healthcare system has endangered the lives of countless women with their strict adherence to the Ethical and Religious Directives; a set of rules which apply Catholic beliefs to medical care and prohibit use of certain…
Texas medical law threatens basic human rights
Following the abortion law that sparked nationwide debate, Texas is once again attempting to threaten basic human rights and bodily autonomy. The new law specifically aims to prohibit parents from accessing gender affirming procedures for their transgender children. Gov. Greg…
Enough, Jackson is qualified
By Thomas Clark After receiving the news that Justice Stephen Breyer was intending on retiring after serving for more than 27 years on the court; it was up to President Joe Biden to nominate a replacement for his seat. Since…
State of the Union opportunity to uphold democratic ideals
By Abigail Connolly Tues. March 1, President Joe Biden gave the annual State of the Union Address, the first one to occur in person since the beginning of the pandemic. This was a historic address, not only for the context…
Controversial “Army Combat Fitness Test” emerges
By Ashton Becker A recent report has claimed the U.S. Army’s leaked plan to implement the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) this April. This controversial test was introduced in 2019, but has yet to be used for any purpose besides…
Nostalgia, prices on the rise for trading cards
By Faith Smith The COVID-19 pandemic came with an increase in new interests and hobbies. In March 2020, that aside from the toilet paper hoarding, other shelves were also becoming bare. What happened to all of the sports and camping…
GOP declaration calls agendas into question
By Ashton Becker The Republican Party has officially declared the Jan. 6 capitol riot “legitimate political discourse.” Additionally, the Republican National Committee (RNC) voted to censure House Representatives Liz Cheney of Wyoming and Adam Kinzinger of Illinois due to their…
Traditional holiday holds history
By Faith Smith Feb. 2. One holiday that brings thousands of people around the world together to celebrate the prediction of a furry forecaster. Yet many do not appreciate this holiday’s rich history and cultural meaning. The true history of…
