Building walls to demarcate nation-state borders has been gaining political traction, as of late. The phenomenon of building walls is ultimately seen as a solution, and an easy answer for … Continue reading "Building the Wall"

India's new law removing certain large bills from circulation may end the Indian shadow economy, but could also marginalize poor, rural citizens.

Questions linger about the fast-growing trend of wearing a safety pin as a means of protesting Trump's presidency.

Donald Trump's choice for the Head of Transition for the EPA raises concerns about the future of environmental policy under a Trump administration.

Trump's election has left many wondering whether the Electoral College is an anachronism of American politics.

Recent scandals surrounding North Korea raise questions on joking about the country's dire situation.

An All Souls Day procession in Tucson caused discussion about cultural appropriation in holiday celebrations, particularly in diverse communities.

Does voting for a xenophobic misogynist make you responsible for xenophobic misogyny?

President-Elect Donald Trump's business ties could pose an unprecedented conflict of interest, despite its legality.

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

In a recent feature article for Pitchfork, an online music magazine, contributor Steve Marsh follows Justin Vernon, the lead singer and founder of the band Bon Iver, who spent a … Continue reading "Bon Iver and the Economics of Art for Art’s Sake"

Excavation of Jesus's tomb in Jerusalem and the Sioux tribe's protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline illustrate the tension between archaeology and ethnic identity.

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.

The effects of India's caste system and U.S. slavery still linger in modern society, but is affirmative action the right solution for both nations?

Offensive and inflammatory language is all over social media, raising the question of how much censorship by moderators is too much or not enough.

Farmers have been illegally using the herbicide Dicamba on crops, prompting widespread crop destruction and the release of resistant seeds by Monsanto.

Research practices on gunshot victims in Philadelphia raises questions of informed consent in life-or-death situations.

One in 40 adults are prohibited from voting in the United States - many due to their criminal record.

AT&T's acquisition of Time Warner has raised anti-trust concerns on the 2016 campaign trail.

Numerous aspects of our everyday life - from crosswalks to thermostats - are simply placebos meant to make us feel in control. Should we be aware of the futility of some everyday actions?

Why are side effects of birth control seen as acceptable for women, yet unacceptable for men?

Motive is critical when evaluating whether a refusal to cover abortion costs is moral.

How should Spain balance animal welfare with cultural heritage?

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