Opinion Articles
Reader discusses 'freedom of expression'
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Editor's note: Ashanti S. Barrera Moreno is a student in the International Language Institute (ILI). According to Wikipedia, freedom of expression is accurately defined as "the freedom to speak freely without censorship or limitation." However, is it right if people say everything they wanted? Philosophers, prominent politicians, and even pop stars and celebrities have written about the importance of expressing our own ideas in order explore the rationale behind axioms or to develop social sciences.
An open letter to the Student Government president-elect.
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An open letter to the Student Government president-elect. Dear Mister/Madam President-Elect, At the time I write this, I'm afraid I am not aware which candidate has won the Student Government presidential election, so please forgive any ambiguities. First of all, congratulations! Receiving the majority vote to be the student body's chief executive is a great accomplishment and an even greater privilege.
The age of pirates returns with heists
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ntil recently, many of us thought that pirates were a relic of the past, something that crossed our mind for only a brief section in American history (i.e.- the Barbary Wars) or when we see a blockbuster film starring Johnny Depp. Off the coast of Somalia, though, they are a living reality.