Heather ManesStaff Writer At the close of the Vietnam War, Richard Nixon called for a “Peace with Honor” arrangement for the withdrawal of American troops from South Vietnam. Though the withdrawal was successful, the supposed “honor” contained within the mandate was not. The American initiative was cut short by Ho Chi Minh’s detrimental — and wholly underestimated — … [Read more...] about U.S. violates Iraqi sovereignty
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Tech wave bursts into political venues
Lindsey BoermaPerspectives Editor Recently, I came across a friend who had never “Googled” his name before. As someone who far too often types her name into the Web giant’s search engine, basking in the glory of my online accomplishments, I found this to be an extraordinarily scandalous fact. Whether regarding such frivolous intrigues or more substantial news, the Internet … [Read more...] about Tech wave bursts into political venues
The Free Speech Symposium They Kept Quiet
By Ian McNabStaff Writer Sitting in an overcrowded lecture hall, unable to pry me eyes away from the endless entertainment of other people’s laptop screens and fighting to stay warm thanks to the excessive misuse of the air conditioning system, I’ve seemingly found myself in another depressing display at attempted education. Only this time, the laptop … [Read more...] about The Free Speech Symposium They Kept Quiet
Generation Y: Wake-up call badly needed
MARC CHOQUETTEPerspectives Editor As the final days of the semester approach, there comes a time to start making some serious life decisions, a time when we step outside of ourselves for once and think about our collective futures as a new generation of Americans comes of age. Still, much of what we talk about on a daily basis is whether or not to take that entry-level job. For … [Read more...] about Generation Y: Wake-up call badly needed
Partial boycott best option for U.S.
STEPHANIE TANIZARAssistant Perspectives Editor Human rights activists scaled the Golden Gate Bridge on Monday, reportedly part of the route that the Olympic torch would take on its one stop in North America. The three unfurled the Tibet flag and banners reading, “One World, One Dream: Free Tibet.” The torch arrived Tuesday, with hundreds of police officers on hand to prevent … [Read more...] about Partial boycott best option for U.S.