Art by Madeline DuvallIn 2020, it is common to see calls to cancel ideas, companies or even people. Its frequency prompted the term “cancel culture.” The latest phenomenon people want to cancel is cancel culture itself.What is Cancel Culture?Cancel culture is defined as “the popular practice of withdrawing support for (canceling) public figures and companies … [Read more...] about Opinion: Don’t Cancel ‘Cancel Culture’
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Feminism in the Digital Age
Art by Natalie RulonIn today’s digital age, it is nearly impossible to talk about feminism without also discussing the role social media plays in activism. The last decade has seen many different feminist movements like #MeToo, #TimesUp and #YesAllWomen dominate the internet, especially on social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. These movements serve … [Read more...] about Feminism in the Digital Age
Your Hero May Be a Rapist
Art by Madeline DuvallIn 2003 in Vail, Colorado, shortly after Kobe Bryant’s marriage to Vanessa Bryant and the birth of his first daughter, a 19-year-old girl accused Bryant of holding her down by her neck and whispering "You aren't going to tell anyone" into her ear as he raped her. DNA evidence concluded that she had Bryant's sperm inside of her and lacerations on her … [Read more...] about Your Hero May Be a Rapist
Continue the Gillette Conversations
Art by Caitlin RoarkGarnering more than 28 million views since its release, the Gillette commercial “We Believe: The Best Men Can Be” has received more than 1.4 million dislikes on YouTube. While people have spoken in support of its message, many have also shown disapproval. Some are even going as far as to say that the ad is a “war on masculinity” and … [Read more...] about Continue the Gillette Conversations
To Forgive or Not to Forgive? Christians Struggle with Sexual Assault Allegations
Photos by Madison NicholsThe Lord’s prayer asks Christians to forgive those who trespass against them. Though, when a congregation applauds for a pastor who confesses to sexually assaulting a teen in his youth ministry, many question whether there are limits to Christian forgiveness. Highpoint Church Teaching Pastor Andy Savage of Memphis told his congregation during a … [Read more...] about To Forgive or Not to Forgive? Christians Struggle with Sexual Assault Allegations
