Opinion

Both as a historical figure and an ethical preacher, Jesus is remembered differently today than scholarly research suggests.

Outlawing abortion in the case of rape poses numerous problems for women pregnant with their rapists' child.

Trump is a fan of Russian President Vladimir Putin, but due to Russia's history with the West, a renewed US-Russian relationship may not look how Trump thinks it would.

Americans on both side of the aisle were inflamed after Richard Spencer’s racist, nationalist speech to his think tank, the National Policy Institute, seemed to mirror the rhetoric of fascism … Continue reading "The Alt-Right and the Dangers of Political Self-Identification"

Should mandatory prison education programs worry us the same way that forced labor does?

Donald Trump may be an anti-establishment figure. Yet characterizing him as such disguises the hatred and bigotry that has propelled him to the White House.

How should Spain balance animal welfare with cultural heritage?

On balancing driverless cars' limitations on freedom with their benefits to the common good.

It's not just haunted houses - halloween decorations across the country make controversial statements about mental illness.

What can one learn from standing still in a landscape meant to actively discourage it?

As recent events show, cultural tropes that perpetuate violence against women abound, both in and out of the locker room.

Donald Trump's "straight talk" has been both admired and criticized by commentators and voters alike. Is there merit to his approach?

Back in July, during the Republican National Convention, some strange images circulated on the internet. Some tough-looking, blue eyed, blond cowboys, held signs with the curious phrase, “Latinos para Trump.” Obviously, something … Continue reading "Trump and the Latin American Left: Strange Bedfellows"

Though no doubt warranted, scrutiny surrounding Betty Shelby's killing of Terence Crutcher follows well-known patterns of gender bias.

Nathan Reed explores whether abstinence-only sex education is a moral way to talk about sex in a modern society.

Contrary to comments by Donald Trump, historical precedent suggests an extensive relationship between women and military service.

Why did the President of Mexico decide to meet with an incendiary candidate who argues that the country is a haven for drugs and crime?

Couching racial differences in understanding alone does little to foster common ground. Here's how hip-hop could change that.

Donald Trump. Not a day goes by when I don’t hear that name. It is constantly on the news and it is what everybody is talking about. So much so, … Continue reading "Vote On Principle*"

I’m voting for Hillary Clinton. As a young, liberal, white male, that may come as a surprise. Bernie Sanders has captured the heart and soul of my generation through a … Continue reading "Why I’m Voting for Hillary"