President Joe Biden recently ordered airstrikes on Iranian-supported militia groups in Syria and might potentially cause Islamophobia, civilian death and other issues. American people should hold President Biden accountable if he commits any injustices in Syria.
Human Rights
Opinion: The ‘Tampon Tax’ Can Benefit Women
Many social activists advocate for abolishing “tampon tax” because they regard it as discriminatory and sexist. Nonetheless, abolishing “tampon tax” might not be the best way to promote women’s wellbeing.
Keep the Columbus Statue
Graphic by Nate Barton In response to a student protest last year, it was announced through email on Jan. 30 that Pepperdine has decided to relocate the infamous “Columbus Statue” to the Florence campus. While this movement is meant to help promote an inclusive atmosphere that is reflective of the student body, I think that […]
Fast Fashion Costs Outweigh its Convenience
Is your fashion statement supporting child labor?
Pro-Life and Feminist Beliefs Can Coexist
A feminist and a pro-life advocate walk into a bar and are the same person
Syrian Crisis: Take the ‘Journey of Death’
Art by Christine Nelson When I think about the crisis in Syria, like most others, my heart stops and my stomach sinks. Sadly, it’s embarrassing to admit that I wasn’t fully aware, nor did I fully understand, what was really going on in this foreign country, 6,677 miles away from the United States. Like many, […]
Venezuelan Political Prisoners Face Unjust Trials
Art by Sacha Irick Leopoldo Lopez sent his daughter a message from his military prison cell on Sept. 19. The message was later shared by his wife on his Facebook account: “Today, my dear Manuela turns 5. I was able to see her, and for her birthday she asked me to carry her up to […]
Watson’s Speech on Feminism Sparks New Debate
From a saucy young wizard to a mature feminist
Boom boom, North Korea’s in the room
A stance of aggression in the face of accusations of human rights violations puts North Korea in a precarious position on the world court
