Removing Confederate statues is only the first step to racial equity
The effects of racism have always been tied to economics — racial inequality cannot be comprehended if economic status does not play into it.
Before booster shots, the US must prioritize global vaccine distribution
The vaccinated have solid protection from COVID-19. It’s time we focus on the less privileged.
Chris Cuomo reveals the worst of access journalism. News networks need to do better.
Celebrity anchors like Chris Cuomo represent the pitfalls of nepotism-based access journalism.
Public universities must end legacy admissions
Legacy admissions are prejudicial. It’s time they end.
State legislatures need to take matters into their own hands and end gerrymandering
National legislation can't stop gerrymandering. It's time for states to step in.
Pandemic or not, UMD needs to respect its workers
Many staff members put themselves at risk by reporting to work in person during the past academic year. The university should acknowledge that.
The media shouldn’t overlook past political failures just because of Trump
Pushing politicians such as George Bush as the moral alternative is an irresponsible move by media outlets.
Bipartisanship isn’t always the best option for passing helpful policy
Bipartisanship is not a magic wand that will fix all of our problems — and it never has been.
To end the pandemic, we need to embrace vaccine passports
Vaccine passports are necessary to preserve everyone’s health and safety.
UMD must overhaul its diversity general education requirements to fight racism on campus
UMD must also invest in departments and faculty to ensure that students learn about racism.