Stikkel: Government regulation of Bitcoin has mixed implications
Bitcoin is a new, exceptional type of money. New, exceptional things often draw the attention of government regulators, and unfortunately, Bitcoin did not escape this.… Read more »
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Swenton: Republican federal budget proposal fails to invest in American people
The Republican Party continues to find ways to demonstrate how out of touch it is. Last week, House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan and other… Read more »
Hodge: Creation of numerous Internet identities presents threat to lives offline
We’ve all Googled our names. It is alluring to find out what an online search of ourselves generates. Within a search of my own name,… Read more »
Smith: Demise of Google Reader signifies company’s disregard for certain customers
Google Reader is set to shut down its service July 1, citing a decline in usage. The move has disappointed thousands of users who use… Read more »
Romero: Plot, characters of ‘Girls’ develop during season two; Dunham addresses criticism
Last year, HBO’s “Girls” instantly became a lightening rod for scrutiny and conversation. In creating abundant controversy while earning critical acclaim, it’s hard to believe… Read more »
Saffren: University Union should strongly consider rock alternative bands to headline large-scale campus concerts
Hip-hop and house music share one major character trait: they find their primary audience among young people. At Syracuse University, University Union has long had… Read more »
Smith: Libertarians offer opposition to views presented by both major parties
With his historic filibuster two weeks ago and his win in the Conservative Political Action Conference’s (CPAC) straw poll this past weekend, Sen. Rand Paul… Read more »
Bethel: Public scrutiny concerning Rihanna, Chirs Brown relationship lacks validity
Four years ago, the pop culture world shook when rapper Chris Brown made headlines for beating then-girlfriend, Rihanna. The police report, later leaked to the… Read more »
Rockler: Photos of Sandy Hook shooting should be released to expose visual evidence of gun violence
In the months after the Sandy Hook tragedy, little has been done on a national level to stop future shootings. Now, some are wondering if… Read more »
O'Hare: Supporting acts of Governor's Ball more enticing than headliners
Tickets are now on sale for the Governor’s Ball, a three-day concert in New York City. For those from the Northeast who are unable to… Read more »
Slack: Conversing about Spring Break continuously proves trivial, stale
“Hey, how was your break?” People are going to be asking each other this empty question for the better part of the next week, and… Read more »
Stikkel: Obama lacks comprehensive sequester-avoidance plan
Gene Sperling, the director of President Barack Obama’s National Economic Council, interacted with the public on Reddit last Thursday. One redditor asked Sperling to name… Read more »
Barillari: Post-graduation successes determined by more than ranking of alma mater
Many students chose to attend Syracuse University because it was, and still is, their dream school. Whether it was for the prestige of certain academic… Read more »
Nasa: Culture of rape violence must be addressed, combatted by society
The two high-school football players accused in the Steubenville, Ohio, rape trial were found guilty Sunday. Ma'lik Richmond and Trent Mays’ victim, a 16-year-old girl, was dragged… Read more »
Hodge: Societal acceptance of female quirks should give women greater confidence
Growing up, too many movie plotlines featured female leads negatively defined by her quirks. The female protagonist got good grades, but struggled getting the guy.… Read more »
Romero: Boy band talent for creating lasting, catchy tunes must be recognized, appreciated
Boy bands. They’re cute, cuddly and all-around dancing machines. But, as of last week, they may just be the villains of the year. Yes, those… Read more »
Smith: Development of virtual storytelling, audience immersion in news content controversial
Part of a journalist’s role in society is to bring the audience into the story. Immersive journalism uses gaming platforms and virtual reality to take… Read more »
Smith: Mainstream media puts interest of corporations, government before American people
CORRECTION: In a previous version if this column, the title of Al Gore's new book was misstated. His new book is “The Future: Six Drivers… Read more »
Callaghan: March marks recommended start for indoor germination of many garden plants
With the cold and blustery weather of a Syracuse March, it’s sometimes hard to believe spring is within our reach. Spring Break is almost here,… Read more »
O'Hare: St. Patrick's Day origins contrast with today's festivities; misconceptions must be addressed
Anyone who’s ever walked on Fifth Avenue of New York City on March 17 has seen the spectacle of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Droves… Read more »
Rockler: Hagel’s rightful urge for restrained influence abroad frustrates conservatives
When Chuck Hagel was sworn in as defense secretary last week, he argued that the United States could not dictate to the world what to… Read more »
Slack: Coin-operated washers, dryers lack modern sophistication
Does anyone carry cash anymore? I hardly ever have a few bills on me, except when I go to Chuck's Café and have to pay… Read more »
Barillari: DeSalvo’s proactive leadership style will ensure successful SA budget season
At 3 p.m. this past Friday, the most crucial period of the spring semester promptly began for Student Association Comptroller Stephen DeSalvo. In the SA… Read more »
Stikkel: Democrats helped create sequestration, failed to offer balanced plan
Last Friday, President Barack Obama let Star Wars fans down by mixing Star Wars and Star Trek terminology during his comments regarding sequestration. Obama said… Read more »
