Smith: Through spending, government holds power over Americans, limits freedom
What is it about spending less and limiting government influence that has so many politicians scared? For those in power, it’s the only thing they… Read more »
Opinion
Walker: Obamacare could place financial burden on young adults
The Affordable Care Act places an unknown financial burden on young citizens. Nearly a month after its availability, it is still difficult to take an… Read more »
Responses to UBE survey raise concerns about validity of conclusions
I am interested in responding to your Oct. 15 article "Survey Says..." in which you published some of the results of an Undergraduates for Better… Read more »
Safety measures, ticket prices at Orange Madness demonstrates proactive approach
The Syracuse University Department of Public Safety, SU Athletics and the Syracuse Police Department are taking a proactive step to implement safety measures at this… Read more »
Barillari: ‘Elect Her’ initiative supports need for women in politics on SU campus
Her: A simple pronoun and basic linguistic tool in the everyday English vernacular. But, in the context of women in politics, “her” is more than… Read more »
Hacker: Emergence of third political party could ease public political dissent
According to a new Gallup poll released on Oct. 11, 60 percent of Americans believe that “the Democratic and Republican parties do such a poor… Read more »
Berkowitz: Ambitious NSA reform bill lacks realistic goals
What do three Democrats and one Tea Party member have in common? Probably not too much, other than the fact they are in constant disagreement.… Read more »
SA limits effectiveness with potential change in schedule of session
The Student Association needs to better gauge what changes will be effective. In the past several weeks, SA has been reviewing a proposed constitution that… Read more »
Swenton: New Ohio restrictions on abortions should be overturned; conservative views should not override women's right to choose
The Republican fight against women’s reproductive rights continues as new Ohio restrictions on abortions take effect this month. These new restrictions come too close to… Read more »
Saffren: Oliver Stone could further prove himself as biopic mastermind with MLK project
In a brilliant career spanning more than four decades, director, screenwriter and producer Oliver Stone has carved out a niche as Hollywood’s resident muckraker. Stone… Read more »
Cohen: Sexual harassment of SU grad proves need for stricter prosecution policies
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a form of gender discrimination and creates a significant barrier in allowing people to do their jobs. It’s important… Read more »
UBE study signals need for reform in SU classrooms, specifically among TAs
The results are in, and they aren’t surprising. A campus-wide survey conducted by Undergraduates for a Better Education concluded that students felt dissatisfied or neutral… Read more »
Rodgers: Class characteristics should not be applied to millennials
Notions surrounding Generation Y often paint a picture of us as designer-shoes-and-clothes-wearing, latest-technology-desiring, quick-to-spend and spoiled individuals. With these attitudes attributed to “millenials,” the demographic… Read more »
Demers: Congress should assert itself, prevent Trans-Pacific Partnership from becoming finalized trade agreement
Presidents and prime ministers of several countries met at the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Bali, Indonesia from Oct. 5 to Oct. 7 to… Read more »
Washington officials should provide stronger leadership on debt reform
There is no better way to stick it to the government during this shutdown like World War II vets breaking through fences to honor their… Read more »
Removal of Ace Hood from Orange Madness represents misconception of rap
A campus speaker asked last spring whether technology was saving society or destroying it. Today, I’m leaning toward the latter. I envy the days where… Read more »
Media exaggerates hook-up culture, should not be attributed to girls’ low self-esteem
Hook-up culture is an over-exaggerated concept within this generation. It is so exaggerated, in fact, that it has been unreasonably attributed to the self-esteem issues… Read more »
Stossel to present solution to maintain American freedom
The American credo is more than just life. It is life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Thus, it is hard to say whether Islamic… Read more »
Smith: Obama administration shows hypocrisy regarding shutdown, shows inadequate leadership
The Obama administration is doing what it can to make sure the effects of the government shutdown are felt by the American public, doing everything… Read more »
Walker: Despite shutdown of site, Silk Road's currency may prove new financial rule of order
It reads like a thriller novel. A young man finds a way to organize a big segment of the U.S. drug trade. In a matter… Read more »
Nava Auza: During Remembrance Week, students must reflect on tragedy, consider future of its legacy
The second week of October is the halfway mark for the fall semester at Syracuse University. It is also Remembrance Week. It’s a powerful image… Read more »
Board of Trustees chairman further explains Cantor's announcement
The editorial and letter that appeared in Thursday’s Daily Orange are inaccurate and missed the mark on why Chancellor Nancy Cantor is stepping down now… Read more »
Cantor’s abrupt departure leaves Syverud’s transition in question
It is inconsiderate of Nancy Cantor to step down from her position as chancellor of Syracuse University just three months before her replacement will begin… Read more »
Hacker: Influence of money, major donations in political arena 'cause for grave concern'
There is more money than ever in American politics. A case currently before the Supreme Court has the potential to change the breadth of monetary… Read more »
