Opinion

Sports organizations need to toughen up against performance-enhancing drugs

The best way to send the message that doping will not be condoned in the Olympics is to strip previous violators of their medals.

By Alexandra Wolfe | February 15, 2017

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Trump's travel ban hurts athletes

President Trump's travel ban had highly negative effects on international athletes and chances to host international competitions.

By Kynan Marlin | February 15, 2017

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Cosmopolitan has the duty to contribute to a sex-positive culture

Cosmo is no longer a trailblazer in sex-positive rhetoric — it's struggling to keep up with modern feminism. 

By Sky Jordan | February 14, 2017

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Public figures must keep making waves

Public figures and celebrities should continue to use their opportunities at events and public appearances to further the issues they deem important. 

By Jonah Baker | February 14, 2017

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Having right-wing ideologies is not easy on college campuses

Holding right-wing ideologies is not easy in a liberal arts major. 

By Vamsi Krishna Pappusetti | February 14, 2017

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"Lion" proves that multiculturalism is the king of the jungle

Saroo Brierley was apart from his family for 25 years, most students only have to wait until spring break.

| February 13, 2017

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Daddy issues jokes aren't funny

Daddy issues jokes are nothing but a tool to manipulate and shame.

By Sky Jordan | February 13, 2017

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How would social media react to past events today?

After a historic Super Bowl, I started thinking of a few historic events in the past that would be an even bigger deal today due to the nature of social media.

By Guillermo Mijares | February 12, 2017

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Here's why alternative facts should scare you

It's scary to think that with the current administration spouting out "alternative facts", we may be living in a post-truth era.

By Morgan Willis | February 12, 2017

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There are economic benefits to federally funding Planned Parenthood

Defunding family planning health services such as Planned Parenthood would be economically counterproductive and would increase government spending. 

By Holly Hillsten | February 12, 2017

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Trump's border wall would be devastating for Arizona

There are economic, environmental and human consequences attached to Trump's proposed border wall, and they will affect ASU students.

By Simone Kathleen | February 12, 2017

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ASU on track to be No. 1 in the US for research

ASU, known for being No. 1 in Innovation, also boasts an excellent research program for students to pursue projects related to their area of study. 

By Yasmine Mian | February 9, 2017

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Trump's immigration ban has a chilling effect on higher education

Though Trump's travel ban has been blocked by the U.S. Appeals Court, there is still a threat to international students who wish to pursue higher education. 

By Yasmine Mian | February 9, 2017

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Fast Track Cities can end HIV/AIDS epidemic in Phoenix

The City's new HIV plan will rework healthcare, but can only succeed with suburb buy-in.

By Benjamin Steele | February 9, 2017

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ASU students should explore their surroundings and expand their knowledge

The learning that occurs outside the classroom is just as crucial as hours spent in a college class. Students should immerse themselves in the surrounding areas of all four of ASU's campuses.

By Ashley Sutherland | February 8, 2017

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Television and social media belong in politics classrooms

Textbooks and curricula cannot keep up with the constant movement of politics. Combining these old resources with new media can improve how politics and government are taught.

By Jonah Baker | February 8, 2017

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A Los Angeles Olympic venue would benefit the Cronkite community

If Los Angeles were to host the 2024 Summer Olympics, it would create exciting opportunities for journalism students at ASU. 

By Alexandra Wolfe | February 8, 2017

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Cardinals coach Arians needs to retire if his health continues to decline

After two visits to the hospital last season, Bruce Arians needs to get healthy or seriously consider retirement for everyone's sake.

By Kynan Marlin | February 8, 2017

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There's no such thing as a normal relationship

Sticking to strict definitions within relationships leads to missed opportunities. 

By Sky Jordan | February 7, 2017

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ASU students shouldn't forget Flint

The residents of Flint, Michigan have gone without clean water for over 1,000 days. ASU students should pay attention to the water contamination in our communities as well.

By Simone Kathleen | February 7, 2017

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