Columns
Schumer must reach a compromise on Dreamers legislation
Conservative columnist Brandon Ross argues that Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and the Democrats are the only ones standing in the way of a potential solution for Dreamers legislation. Read more »
New Democratic Socialists of America chapter expands leftist Syracuse
Anarchy columnist Sam Norton details the chapter’s policies and goals for revitalizing Syracuse. Read more »
Cornell fraternity’s ‘pig roast’ is Greek life at its most problematic
Gender and Sexuality columnist Lianza Reyes condemns the misogynistic sex competition performed by a Cornell fraternity and the blatant sexism in Greek life. Read more »
Snowmobiles will soon disrupt winter wonderlands in the Adirondacks
Environment columnist Maizy Ludden encourages Gov. Andrew Cuomo to further protect the Adirondack Mountains’ Boreas Ponds from motorized vehicle use. Read more »
Black History Month should be about critical self-reflection, not retweets
Student Life columnist Camryn Simon lists ways to celebrate Black History Month that don't involve social media sharing. Read more »
Cuomo places presidential ambitions over state solutions with tax plan proposal
Moderate columnist James Pezzullo breaks down everything wrong with the New York governor’s proposed tax plan. Read more »
What The Daily Orange Editorial Board wants the Board of Trustees to know
The Daily Orange Editorial Board met with Chizobam Nwagwu, undergraduate representative to SU’s Board of Trustees, to discuss the issues we wants trustees to understand. Read more »
There’s beauty in the brains. We need more women in STEM
Gender and Sexuality columnist C.C. Hendricks breaks down the gender gap in STEM industries, and why it’s important for more women to lead in these fields. Read more »
It’s time for Syracuse University students to address our self-segregation problem
Student Life columnist Obi Afriyie addresses the unofficial segregation problem plaguing student communities at SU and elsewhere. Read more »
New York state must break the status quo and raise funding to protect its environment
Environment columnist Maizy Ludden considers whether New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s environmental protection funding is enough to keep New York afloat amid rising climate change problems. Read more »
College classes are meant to educate — not comfort — students about social issues
Student Life columnist Rashika Jaipuriar breaks down the controversies surrounding Florida Gulf Coast University’s “White Racism” class, and how college students need to get comfortable with uncomfortable material. Read more »
With Cuomo in the driver’s seat, a fall off the fiscal cliff for New York state is imminent
Conservative columnist Brandon Ross condemns Cuomo’s proposal to change state tax plans instead of cut state spending. Read more »
Giving LGBTQ students a say in choosing a director for the LGBT Resource Center is essential
The Daily Orange Editorial Board commends Syracuse University’s decision to host public presentations for candidates hoping to lead the center. Read more »
Trump’s SOTU address talks the talk, but does it walk the walk?
Excerpt: Moderate columnist Daniel Loftus breaks down the State of the Union address and the work both Republicans and Democrats have on their plates heading into the 2018 midterm elections. Read more »
3 takeaways from our Moderate columnist on Trump’s State of the Union address
Moderate columnist James Pezzullo reacts to the president’s State of the Union address and provides insight on the futures of both Republicans and Democrats in 2018. Read more »
Rochester resident draws attention to abuse victims and the need for increased national awareness
Rochester resident explains why sexual abuse victims need their voices heard and recognized, not silenced. Read more »
Financial accessibility to education should be a right — not a privilege — for international students
The Daily Orange Editorial Board encourages other universities to adopt Cornell’s plan to provide financial assistance to international students in need of aid. Read more »
How to break out of the ‘Cuse bubble and benefit the greater Syracuse community
The Food Recovery Network and NYPIRG are two great options to become more involved, says liberal columnist Lauren Silverstein. Read more »
And the award for best University Union movie lineup goes to…
The Daily Orange Editorial Board commends the range of films included in University Union’s free movie lineup. Read more »
It’s time to recognize the difference between accepting and tolerating diversity
Student Life columnist Camryn Simon explains how her obsession with culture will fuel her column this semester. Read more »
Meet The D.O.'s new Tech columnist, who's breaking down how students can navigate a tech-driven world
Tech columnist Kaela Gundy explains how technology is changing the social and professional playing fields for college students. Read more »
The D.O.’s new Student Life columnist reintroduces herself to her old stomping grounds
Student Life columnist Rashika Jaipuriar welcomes herself back to campus after a sunny semester in Sydney, Australia. Frozen tears due to the weather may or may not be included. Read more »
Conservatism plays into the tradition of American values
Conservative columnist Joshua Nelson explains how the cultural and technological achievements of the United States are the result of conservative freedoms and ideals. Read more »
