Fake news discredits LGBTQ community
Social media has allowed society to move at a faster place and permitted more immediate social interaction than ever seen before. At this point, however, it is clear that social media and the rapid connections it provides have some inherent…
Filmmaking not limited to theaters
Recently, legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg has spoken out against Netflix, shunning the prospect of its films getting nominated for Academy Awards after Netflix’s “Roma” took home three awards at the 91st Academy Awards, including Best Director and Foreign Language Film….
Diversity in media makes difference
In modern films, video games and books, many people are calling for increased diversity. Instead of having a romantic subplot between a man and a woman, some suggest they should be replaced with a gay couple. Alternatively, instead of a…
Teenagers too young to vote
Massachusetts residents are currently lobbying to adjust the voting age from 18 to allow 16 and 17-year-olds to vote as well, but it is ill-conceived to grant high school sophomores the right to vote. The argument is that they are…
Trudeau scandal reveals American polarization
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been popular with liberal Canadians for his self-proclaimed feminism and dedication to equality in government. He famously built a 50-50 gender split in his cabinet, stating that “It’s important to be here before you…
Travel ban difficult for students
Just imagine this: you are a collegiate swimmer, working hard to make it to the national invitational. You finally hit that time where you are going to the national meet to represent your school, your team, your family and so…
Drug addicts deserve employment
Drug testing is often used as a way to sort through applications for employment. In some private schools, colleges and companies, students and employees can be subjected to random drug testing at any point with or without motive. If they…
Drug tests promote productive workplace
The job market is the one market everyone has had to deal with, has to deal with and will have to deal with. Being employed is a necessary aspect for success in life, as unfortunate as some may find…
Fake Momo challenge causes uproar
Recently, news agencies, such as CNN and Fox News, have made reports regarding a viral phenomenon known as the Momo Challenge. The Momo Challenge is said to be an online dare where a viewer must watch a Youtube video showing…
System of providing period products poor
On Feb. 19, the Oswego State Student Association signed in the period resolution. While this sounds like a good idea, there are a lot of unanswered questions in terms of funding and execution that should cause people to hold off…
