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Historical Figures Were Human, Too

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Art by Peau PorotesanoHumanity has a habit of searching for heroes. That's not inherently bad — it's actually important for cultural and societal bonding. In particular, being inspired by or admiring historical figures not only helps people appreciate their past, but can motivate people to move toward their future. What is a problem, however, is many people's tendency to … [Read more...] about Historical Figures Were Human, Too

Remove the Single-Source Recycling Stickers

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Graphic by Nate BartonThis year, unlike those previous, Pepperdine made the announcement that they would no longer be sorting the recycling but will instead be relying on the good-will of campus members to put the recyclable materials in their own respective bin. However, they have not removed the labels from any of the outdoor trash cans that advertise they still sort … [Read more...] about Remove the Single-Source Recycling Stickers

Stop the ‘Tampon Tax’

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Art by Jessica Ragsdale Every month, for anywhere from three days (if I'm lucky) to seven days (if I'm not), my uterus decides to punish me for not blessing it with a child. It's generally accompanied by cramps, extra laundry and the desire to do nothing but lie in my bed all day. But this isn't about the way periods ruin my quality of life (if you're interested in that, … [Read more...] about Stop the ‘Tampon Tax’

Staff Editorial: As Students and U.S. Citizens, We Must Vote

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Art/Graphic by Peau PorotesanoWhile many students may feel less inclined to vote this election due to their dislike of the presidential candidates, there is much more to the ballot than the fate of the future leader of the U.S.Important issues being debated this year, including some prevalent topics like immigration reform, economic policies, social issues such as abortion and … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: As Students and U.S. Citizens, We Must Vote