Art by Madeline Duvall On March 17, a domestic terrorist purposefully targeted three spas in Atlanta. Nearly all of his eight victims were Asian women. On May 25, a police officer in charge of protecting citizens abused his power and killed an innocent man named George Floyd. A subsequent trial is currently underway, intensifying the deep-rooted pain from this … [Read more...] about Opinion: Students of Color Need to Prioritize Mental Health in Light of Racial Trauma
Perspectives
Opinion: How Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District Can Help Other Districts
Art By Brian ZhouLos Angeles Unified School District is finally opening its doors after officials ignored pleas to reopen while privileged, wealthy districts like Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District began announcing its reopening plans before LAUSD.It is not privileged for parents to simply want their children to return to some form of normalcy in their education, but … [Read more...] about Opinion: How Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District Can Help Other Districts
Letter to the Editor: Engage in Civil Discourse on Systemic Racism
Editor’s Note: Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are those of the author, and publication in the Graphic in no way represents an endorsement of any opinions published. This space is provided to allow public response and commentary on articles and issues which are covered by the Graphic and important to its readership.My name is Aaron Wilson and I am a former … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Engage in Civil Discourse on Systemic Racism
Petty Perspective: The Artistic License of Plates
Art by Nicole WongI drive everywhere. With that comes seeing the back of cars — and the boring, unoriginal license plates. The states have so much to offer design-wise, and yet do nothing to beautify their state in this manner.Although license plates are small aspects to a person's identity, it still gives random drivers a glimpse into one's life. Some people judge others … [Read more...] about Petty Perspective: The Artistic License of Plates
Staff Editorial: We Must Grapple with Gun Violence
Art By Madeline Duvall After the incidents on March 22 in Boulder, Colo., and March 16 in Atlanta, gun violence continues the plague the minds of everyday, American citizens. While the Graphic continues to learn and hear varying opinions about gun regulations and the Second Amendment, we do know that the loss of human life in this horrific way is unacceptable. It's time … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: We Must Grapple with Gun Violence