Despite win, voter breakdown should concern Katko
Liberal columnist Nick Turner explains what Katko’s re-election says about central New York voters. Read more »
Columns
3 takeaways from the midterm elections
Moderate columnist James Pezzullo provides a fast reaction on the midterm election results Tuesday night. Read more »
Midterm elections went as expected, with no blue wave
Conservative columnist Harrison Garfinkle discusses the New York results of the 2018 midterm elections. Read more »
We can’t define transgender people out of existence — and we shouldn’t want to
Gender and Sexuality columnist Michael Sessa says a legal definition of gender denies realities in favor of outdated and overly generic terms. Read more »
SU should better focus on the intersectionality of mental health
Gender and sexuality columnist Jewél Jackson says it’s important to recognize mental health variations among different communities on campus. Read more »
Re-elect John Katko for Congress
Moderate columnist James Pezzullo explains why, whether you support President Donald Trump or not, John Katko deserves a third term in Congress. Read more »
Sandra Day O’Connor’s role as an influential conservative woman is storied
Conservative columnist Harrison Garfinkle highlights Sandra Day O’Connor as an influential conservative woman. Read more »
Students should act forward, even after Remembrance Week
Student life columnist Patrick Linehan encourages students to act forward in ways that are meaningful to them. Read more »
Although disruptive, Schine renovations will rightfully improve accessibility
Moderate columnist Bethanie Viele argues that renovations to Schine Student Center are important, despite a possible 18-month disruption. Read more »
SU students should take women’s and gender studies classes
Gender and Sexuality columnist Lianza Reyes explains why students should consider taking classes beyond their comfort — starting with WGS and QSX classes. Read more »
Dating apps are flawed with discriminatory partner preferences
Gender and Sexuality columnist Michael Sessa says dating preferences actually perpetuate discriminatory thinking. Read more »
NYPIRG’s campaign essential in combating climate change
Environment columnist Emily Cerrito explains NYPIRG’s initiative regarding efficient transportation and urges the Syracuse community to get involved in environmental activism. Read more »
Sen. Chuck Schumer is not the leader Democrats need
Liberal columnist Nick Turner argues that the Democratic Party needs to move on from the leadership of Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.). Read more »
Dana Balter proves she cares about representing central New York residents
Liberal columnist Nick Turner commends Democratic congressional candidate Dana Balter for fostering political discourse at Syracuse University. Read more »
Updated voting methods are long overdue
Conservative columnist Joey Pucciarelli explains why the way Americans vote is flawed, and calls attention to how things can change. Read more »
Awareness of domestic violence is critical at SU
Student Life columnist Jennifer Bancamper calls attention to the Clothesline Project and the importance of supporting those affected by interpersonal and domestic violence. Read more »
SU’s NEXIS lab fosters student innovation
Technology columnist Eamon Gallagher highlights the NEXIS lab, explains what the group is doing to ensure student-developed technology isn’t ignored. Read more »
SU should add ASL to its liberal arts core curriculum
Liberal columnist Ryan Golden urges SU to offer ASL language courses under its liberal arts core curriculum. Read more »
Unregistered, independent voters matter. The Reform Party recognizes that.
Conservative columnist Harrison Garfinkle explains the New York state Reform Party’s political campaign strategy. Read more »
By not being anti-Trump, Molinaro can move New York forward
Moderate columnist Bethanie Viele explains why New York’s 2018 gubernatorial election is critical and urges people to vote for Republican Marc Molinaro. Read more »
Looking back on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, here’s what SU can do better
Student life columnist Patrick Linehan urges Syracuse University’s administration to allocate more resources toward Native student inclusion in classrooms. Read more »
3rd option on NYC birth certificates is commendable, but not perfect
Gender and Sexuality columnist Lianza Reyes commends the new birth certificates in NYC but points out some negative repercussions Read more »
Here are the pros and cons of using Handshake, SU’s new career tool
Technology columnist Eldon Tsoi explains the pros and cons of the internship and job search tool, Handshake. Read more »
Concerns over food quality can bolster success of local farms
Environment columnist Peter Morrissey argues that local residents could benefit from apple picking spots in central New York. Read more »
