Ryan WingerStaff Writer We all know Bill O’Reilly, the neo-conservative pseudo-political analyst who likes to think of himself as somewhat of a hero, standing up for the issues that matter to FOX’s predominantly white, middle-class viewership. In case you’ve been living under a rock for a while, O’Reilly hosts the “no-spin zone.” And believe me, nobody gets away with anything … [Read more...] about The O’Harassment Factor
Perspectives
Electoral College has outlived is usefulness
Sarah CarrilloLiving Editor The past presidential election was one of the most emotionally charged events in recent history, with many people passionately lobbying for one side or the other. As a result, voter turnout was the highest it has been since 1960, when John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon ran against each other. This is definitely something to celebrate. The United … [Read more...] about Electoral College has outlived is usefulness
Facebook MadnessThe Internet’s newest craze has Pepperdine students obsessed
Ryan Breedyk & Noah GodwinContributing Writer & Assistant Sports Editor Graham Shea / Asst. Photo Editor Pepperdine students have found a new weapon to help combat the seemingly everlasting social boredom that plagues our fine institution. The online meet-and-greet Web site, theface book.com, has exploded across campuses everywhere and is the newest trend at this … [Read more...] about Facebook MadnessThe Internet’s newest craze has Pepperdine students obsessed
How about cutting Convo?
Scott WithycombePerspectives Assistant After months of discussion, debate and, in some circles, outrage, the Dean of Seaver College finally announced the Reprioritization plan reflecting the demand for $1 million in cuts from the school's budget. The budget cuts required the dean to look at Seaver College programs and determine which were priorities and which would either … [Read more...] about How about cutting Convo?
Adulthood and drinking should start at 19
Brian Bushway Staff Writer It is time for a new perspective to take hold across the United States. Friday nights for those under the legal drinking age should no longer be thought of as the time to participate in wild drunken debauchery, but rather the time to act in civil disobedience. With every sip of a beer and swallow of a daiquiri, those of voting age should take refuge … [Read more...] about Adulthood and drinking should start at 19