Art by Peau Porotesano In this presidential election, we've heard on many occasions, in varying contexts, about the dangers of political correctness. In the GOP debate held Aug. 6, 2015, Trump said "the big problem this country has is being politically correct," and going further to say that "this country doesn't have time" for political correctness. Unfortunately, it's … [Read more...] about Political Correctness is a Cop-Out Term
Perspectives
Talent Plays a Small Role in Success
Art by Peau PorotesanoPepperdine, by its very nature as a university, is full of multi-talented people, which is why it's easy to feel outmatched by the natural talents of those around you. Talent does play a role in success, as Caroline Gregory's Jan. 7, 2016 article "The Problem With Favoring Natural Talent Over Hard Work" shows, but everyone in the higher tiers in any arena, … [Read more...] about Talent Plays a Small Role in Success
Generational Categorization Promotes Negativity
Art by Peau PorotesanoGenerational terms have commonly been used to spread negative stereotypes about a certain age group. Time Magazine published an article by Joel Stein on May 20, 2013 titled "Millenials: The Me Me Me Generation," which claims that the Millenial generation is the most narcissistic, lazy and egotistical generation because they were raised with social media, … [Read more...] about Generational Categorization Promotes Negativity
The ‘Bu Yorker
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When Sorry Isn’t Good Enough
Graphic by Nate BartonFox News' apology to former anchor Gretchen Carlson made national news recently. Its newsworthy value was not because the apology was long overdue, considering Carlson filed the lawsuits in July, but because it was even given at all.The actual confession that something in their company had gone very wrong should be recognized for its significance, but are … [Read more...] about When Sorry Isn’t Good Enough