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Category: Opinions

AFE: High upon a hill she stands

1 April 2019
Audrey Mapes
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After many harrowing experiences meant to throw them off the trail, investigative journalists have discovered the truth behind a question that has plagued generations of…

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AFE: Jewell named indispensable supplier of critical thinkers in Kansas City

1 April 2019
William Humphrey
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William Jewell College’s self proclaimed trademark,“The Critical Thinking College,” has become somewhat of a meme amongst students. After a recent announcement, however, it is starting…

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AFE: Women like sports too!?

1 April 2019
Julia Yamate Geminiano de Almeida
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Every guy loves sports, because sports are something only men can enjoy. Women don’t like them because they’re not related to fashion or shopping, so…

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Opinion: Sex robots aren’t the answer to (male) loneliness

29 March 2019
Christina Kirk
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When Tim Berners-Lee bestowed upon humanity the technological phenomenon that is the World Wide Web, introverted, socially awkward, lonely and social-averse people across the globe…

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Opinion: Destroying anti-vax propaganda is crucial in keeping the public educated

15 March 2019
Caitlin Overmeyer
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There has been a recent trend that could have potentially dangerous consequences for public health. It’s not smoking, drinking or even vaping – all of…

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Opinion: The Kardashian Syndrome

15 March 2019
Julia Yamate Geminiano de Almeida
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Recently, there was a cheating scandal between Jordyn Woods and Tristan Thompson. Woods was, until the incident, Kylie Jenner’s best friend. The two of them…

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2 Takes, 1 Issue: Trump’s national emergency is symbolic but sets a dangerous precedent

8 March 2019
Tavarus Pennington
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On Feb. 15, 2019, President Donald Trump declared a state of emergency in the United States to further his agenda for the border wall. On…

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Opinion: Celebrities’ careers shouldn’t be ruined over old tweets

8 March 2019
William Humphrey
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The 2019 Academy Awards was the first time that the awards show didn’t have a host. Kevin Hart was originally slated to be the host…

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2 Takes, 1 Issue: The national emergency is a godd*mned joke

8 March 2019
Robert Hemphill
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Coming off the heels of a devastating government shutdown that we’ve somehow all already forgotten about, the president’s declaration of a national emergency Feb. 15…

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