Corby Burger argues that the debate surrounding Apple, the FBI and cyber security must not only take place within the courts.

This post originally appeared on May 28, 2015. I’ve got a friend who’s suffering from depression. He’s been holed up in his house for the last two years; living first … Continue reading "Why Act When It Doesn’t Make a Difference?"

The Zika Virus is largely unstudied, which is concerning given its rise in relevance in Latin American countries. The effects on fetuses are some are the larger concerns, as it can cause major birth defects in babies. Should women be allowed to abort their unborn child if they feel like they cannot deal with the defect caused by Zika?

The situation in Syria has roots in the map drawing after World War II. Much like the African States, ethnic groups were divided between countries and conflict was bound to happen. Maybe these cultural boundaries are the key to solving the Syrian Crisis- is a two-state solution feesible?

Humanitarian aid is a vital component to alleviating suffering in Syria, but solely humanitarian aid will not solve the conflict.

A Black Police Officer’s Fight Against the NYPD (New York Times) by Saki Knafo “Over the last two years, Raymond has recorded almost a dozen officials up and down the … Continue reading "What We’re Reading: February 25, 2016"

Our mental health system has improved since the times of dungeons and horrific treatments. But with one-third of the homeless population diganosed with a mental illness, is there room for growth in the mental health treatment department?

This post originally appeared on December 4, 2014. When I was 8, I started ballet. I was a disciplined kid who took everything seriously, and dance quickly became a great passion … Continue reading "Is Envy Always Malicious? (Part Two)"

Images of the Syrian refugee crisis by Ai Weiwei have sparked controversy and questions of how to respond to the tragedy of Aylan Kurdi.

Stop Bernie-Splaining to Black Voters (New York Times) by Charles M. Blow “It is not black folks who need to come to a new understanding, but those whose privileged gaze … Continue reading "What We’re Reading: February 18, 2016"

This post originally appeared on November 18, 2014 Imagine you check your email and find a congratulatory message from your boss announcing that your colleague has just been promoted. This … Continue reading "Is Envy Always Malicious? (Part One)"

With LGBTQ rights in the spotlight, the International Olympic Committee has reconsidered its gender guidelines for athletes.

There are lots of ways to get involved with Prindle! Find out the different internships and roles Prindle has to offer DePauw students by coming to our event. The event … Continue reading "How to Get Involved with Prindle Info Session"

Ai Weiwei’s Photo Reenacting a Child Refugee’s Death Should Not Exist (Hyperallergic) by Nitasha Dhillon “Why was this image created, and why is it circulating?” What happens next in Aleppo … Continue reading "What We’re Reading: February 11, 2016"

Letter of Recommendation: Cracker Barrel (New York Times Magazine) by Jia Tolentino “Based on my recent investigations, it’s possible to spend an hour, as an adult of middlingly sound mind, … Continue reading "What We’re Reading: February 4, 2016"

A South African mayor is under criticism for the decision to award 16 university scholarships to women on the condition that they remain virgins. The mayor and her office argue that … Continue reading "Virgin Scholarships"

With the 2016 presidential election looming, we’re inundated with a number of messages from both major political parties. Many of these messages invoke patriotism as a reason to support one … Continue reading "Patriotism Run Awry"

Humanitarian intervention is an oft-discussed section of ethical debates. The issue of when, how, and where to send aid regularly plagues the world community. The flip side of the coin, … Continue reading "The Toll on Aid Workers"

In the state of New York, former public officials who have been convicted of misconduct in office can still apply for their pensions. This is due to part of the … Continue reading "Convicted Officials and State Pensions"

Mamula, an island situated on the border of Montenegro and Croatia, was the site of a World War II Italian concentration camp, in which 2,300 people were imprisoned and 130 … Continue reading "From Concentration Camp to Hotel"

Many people were shocked earlier this month when both musician David Bowie and actor Alan Rickman, both 69, died of cancer. Neither obituary stated the type of cancer they died … Continue reading "The Cancer Stigma in Obituaries"

The Supreme Court ruled yesterday that minors convicted of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment have a right to argue that they be released from prison. This 2012 decision was … Continue reading "A Right to Review"

On January 1, Anne Frank’s diary was published online by more than one person, despite outcry from the Anne Frank Fonds, the foundation founded by Anne’s father. The argument of the … Continue reading "Copyrighting Anne Frank’s Diary"

An opinion piece in The New York Times by Aaron James Wendland details what we owe each other – specifically, involving refugees – if we are to be ethical beings. He uses … Continue reading "To Be Ethical Beings: The Refugee Crisis and Europe"