Women can be patriarchal. After all, women have been born into a society that has constructed identities for them and prevented them from voicing any opposition to such pink-rainbow ideals. Naturally, it is more than possible, if not natural, that women would fall prey to the very systematic oppression that binds them. If you can’t see what you’re fighting, then you’re much … [Read more...] about The Politics of Sex and Politics
Melissa Hurtado
Black Life Examined in Brown Convo
Photo by Arin DeGroff Students, faculty and staff filled Elkins Auditorium yesterday for a Convocation event discussing Michael Brown and the situation in Ferguson, Mo. The Convo, “Mike Brown’s America: Race, Policing and the Value of Black Life in America, a Christian Response,” discussed racial issues in the United States involving black citizens. The panel consisted of … [Read more...] about Black Life Examined in Brown Convo
Letter to the Editor 09.04.14 Edition
Editor’s Note: Opinions expressed in letters to the editor are those of the author, and publication in the Graphic in no way represent 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. Dear Editor, During a visit to Pepperdine’s … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor 09.04.14 Edition
#Ferguson: Our national character is tainted by police abuse
The murder of Michael Brown in the municipality of Ferguson, Mo., has brought to light what has been clear as day to those closest to the problem: The systematic abuse by police toward minorities — black persons specifically — remains engrossed in our national character. Michael Brown’s murder adds to the stark picture of an unequal America in which young black men and women … [Read more...] about #Ferguson: Our national character is tainted by police abuse
Cancer care crisis caused by its success
As modern medicine advances, people are living longer and more fulfilling lives. Boris C. Pasche, M.D., at the University of Alabama identified the cloud within this silver lining, however. In an Oct. 2013 article he wrote, “Cancer care is suffering from its own success ... patients are living longer and surviving longer with their cancers.” This was in response … [Read more...] about Cancer care crisis caused by its success
