Columns

COLUMN: Voting needs to be easier

By Carson Henley · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2018 5:15 p.m.

Poor voting methods seem to lessen people's desire to vote.

COLUMN: We should focus more time on our local politicians

By Emily Shaffer · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2018 3:25 p.m.

Our local politics affect us more directly than federal politics.

COLUMN: Trump Administration using doctored video footage is dishonest

By Alvaro Michael · Tuesday, Nov. 13,2018 9:53 p.m.

We should be able to trust the information given to us by our own government.

Editorial board hot takes

By Editorial Board · Tuesday, Nov. 13,2018 9:52 p.m.

Hot takes from our writers that did not become columns.

EDITORIAL: Zoos and animal rescues should handle animals ethically

By Editorial Board · Monday, Nov. 12,2018 11:03 p.m.

It is necessary to analyze the true intentions and actions of all zoos and wildlife centers.

COLUMN: Why Chosen Ones are charming and infuriating

By Christine Fernando · Monday, Nov. 12,2018 6:33 p.m.

The Chosen One trope has gone stale.

EDITORIAL: Midterm elections show victory in diversity

By Editorial Board · Sunday, Nov. 11,2018 3:18 p.m.

In the midst of a distressing political news cycle, we should celebrate the diverse newly-elected lawmakers and their historic victories.

COLUMN: Shame on Joe Donnelly for pandering to the right

By Matthew Waterman · Sunday, Nov. 11,2018 2:19 p.m.

Voters saw him for the sham he is.

EDITORIAL: How to move forward in the wake of drug crisis

By Editorial Board · Sunday, Nov. 11,2018 12:21 p.m.

State and local governments need to take action in ensuring the safety of those addicted to drugs.

EDITORIAL: Inhumane methods of capital punishment should be abolished

By Editorial Board · Thursday, Nov. 8,2018 10:57 p.m.

Methods of capital punishment such as the electric chair should be replaced with more humane practices.

COLUMN: Make Election Day a federal holiday

By Jack Palmer · Thursday, Nov. 8,2018 10:48 p.m.

Making Election Day a federal holiday, along with getting rid of other barriers to vote, would improve voter turnout greatly.

COLUMN: An easy rice recipe for a busy day

By Alvaro Michael · Thursday, Nov. 8,2018 10:39 p.m.

It is important to make good meals in the midst of our busy schedules.

COLUMN: 'Suspiria' is an unforgettable nightmare

By Chris Forrester · Thursday, Nov. 8,2018 6:54 p.m.

The new horror film is a dread-fueled masterpiece.

COLUMN: No, the Runcible Spoon is not overrated

By Varda He · Thursday, Nov. 8,2018 6:43 p.m.

The iconic Bloomington restaurant would always remain a quirky getaway, providing quality meals for residents and students alike.

EDITORIAL: Trump should cease strong support for Jair Bolsonaro

By Editorial Board · Wednesday, Nov. 7,2018 4:38 p.m.

President Trump has embraced Brazil’s extremist president-elect.

COLUMN: Stop relying on caffeine so much

By Elsbeth Sanders · Wednesday, Nov. 7,2018 4:29 p.m.

American society has excessive expectations for productivity resulting in strong caffeine addictions.

COLUMN: Stephen King’s ‘Elevation’ stays on the ground

By Clark Gudas · Tuesday, Nov. 6,2018 6:19 p.m.

“Elevation” offers an interesting concept, but sacrifices most else for it.

COLUMN: Why 'Dear Abby’s' take on foreign names is insulting and dumb

By Christine Fernando · Monday, Nov. 5,2018 7:41 p.m.

We should encourage children to be proud of their foreign names, not ashamed.

COLUMN: Voter suppression still keeping minorities from the polls

By Carson Henley · Monday, Nov. 5,2018 7:27 p.m.

Voter suppression is based in the racist and discriminatory history of the U.S.

EDITORIAL: Google walkouts highlight the lack of women in STEM

By Editorial Board · Monday, Nov. 5,2018 7:18 p.m.

Sexual assault allegations from Google executives has sparked a need for women in STEM.

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