Opinion

OPINION: Studying a foreign language enhances global thinking and fosters better relationships

Deciding to minor in French was one of my best college decisions.

OPINION: Yes, ‘Cowboy Carter’ deserved those Grammys!

Cowboy Carter” is a powerful statement reclaiming country music’s past and shaping its future.

OPINION: Farewell FEMA?

It’s not just the coasts. Indiana benefits from FEMA too.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: End the boos to help IU hoops

A fan base that boos its coach earn no points with good coaches considering the job.

OPINION: Tech barons have bought the White House

Trump has betrayed his base on a key issue, thanks to Big Tech’s influence.

OPINION: Trump’s new executive orders do nothing to preserve meritocracy

The Trump administration is threatening the value of public service as we know it.

OPINION: Timothée Chalamet and the bad joke

Bob Dylan’s logic of complete unknowns can save everyone from parasocial catastrophe.

OPINION: A solo traveler’s reflections on history and identity in Uzbekistan

My solo journey through Uzbekistan revealed post-Soviet identity struggles.

OPINION: TikTok ban sparks chaos, but adaptation is key

The case raises questions about national security, media consumption and dependency.

OPINION: Karma helps shape character in a complex world

In such a turbulent cultural landscape, it’s nice to see karma still serves justice.

OPINION: From Bill Clinton to Greg Taylor — Democrat men continue abusing their power

Clinton and Taylor’s scandals show how Democrats’ mistreatment of women has improved yet remained.

OPINION: 4 reasons I think New Year’s resolutions are pointless

No, you don’t need a specific date to start working on yourself.

OPINION: AI’s dusk is creativity’s dawn

In the immortal words of Hercule Poirot, “use your little grey cells, mon ami."

COLUMN: Achy Obejas: our voice to the world

A former student at Indiana University has become a recognized writer of Latino literature.

GUEST COLUMN: Elon Musk’s disinformation and suppression campaign fuels Islamophobia, xenophobia

Elon Musk’s weaponization of disinformation and fear only wreaks havoc and metastasizes hate.

OPINION: You miss it more when you’re away

Being away from home makes me appreciate more of my culture through music.

OPINION: Working-class Trump voters are not your enemy

Everyone, ultimately, is a victim of oligarchy and fascism.

OPINION: Tree borders: a simple way to help farms and the environment

Tree borders help with soil health and reduce the need for pesticides.

OPINION: What America does not understand about the murder of Brian Thompson

Americans’ celebratory reactions to the murder demonstrate a concerning attitude.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Some thoughts on IDS editorial policies