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Opinion: Hold Biden Accountable for Transgressions In Syria

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Art by Ally ArmstrongPresident Joe Biden declared "America is back” at the Munich Security Conference on Feb. 19 . What also is back is U.S.-led intervention in Syria. On Feb. 25, Biden authorized U.S military to initiate airstrikes on Iranian-supported militia groups in Syria.Biden's decision of taking military action in Syria raises concerns regarding human rights and a … [Read more...] about Opinion: Hold Biden Accountable for Transgressions In Syria

From Uniform to University

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Photos by Zach Le It is generally assumed that most American high school students will participate in the standard college experience, a concept that often connotes going straight from high school to a four-year university, and afterward entering the working world. However, not everyone takes such a well-worn path. International student veterans have stepped out of their … [Read more...] about From Uniform to University

Take A Knee And Listen

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Art by Peau PorotesanoNFL kneeling protests are about racism, and the claim that they disrespect members of the armed forces is a malicious misrepresentation of participants' intentions. To misconstrue it in this way is not only wrong, but it proves exactly why it's necessary that awareness on this subject be raised."I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a … [Read more...] about Take A Knee And Listen

Making Waves: Micah Long

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Photo courtesy of Micah LongMicah Long is a Pepperdine senior who has a passion for helping others. Long said she fulfilled this passion by interning for the non-profit White Heart Foundation, dedicated to post-9/11 wounded veterans."Many of these veterans are missing limbs and struggling in their living situation," Long said. "They don't get a lot of help that they need." Due … [Read more...] about Making Waves: Micah Long