The inauguration of Donald Trump as president has imbued many discussions about civics and politics with renewed vim and vigor. Among them are fundamental questions about the responsibilities between a government and its citizens, the extent of civil liberties protection and even the system of …
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Tristan Lopus
Student group Right Wingers’ use of threatening images causes concern
I was invited to comment on the flyer that announced the inaugural meeting of a new student organization, The Wooster Right Wingers. No doubt someone will be offended no matter what I say, but I nevertheless hope that this essay will encourage some thoughtful and …
Redefine national identity
During my sophomore year at The College of Wooster, I went to Lowe’s to get some bolts to fix my futon. I went by myself. I quickly found what I was looking for and went to stand in line at the cash register. Suddenly, the …
Turn lights off and save earth
When was the last time you saw the Milky Way? For thousands of years, the chance to look up at a cloudless night sky and witness the constellations belonged to the entire human race. Then, fewer than a hundred years ago, that changed. The Milky …
Harden and Westbrook: from teammates to competitors
Russell Westbrook and James Harden have been two of the most explosive, electric, clutch NBA players throughout the year, constantly putting up big numbers straight across the board. It is rare throughout NBA history that you see this many triple-doubles in a single season. Westbrook …
Faculty welcomes new postdoctoral fellows
Four visiting professors to join for the 17-18 academic year Brandon Bell Staff Writer Four new postdoctoral fellows will join the faculty next year in an effort to improve its diversity. Alvaro Corral, who specializes in Latino politics and immigration policy, will join the political …