When you delegitimize Trump, you delegitimize the presidency
If we don’t respect the office of a democratically elected leader we create dangerous precedent for the treatment of future leaders.
We need to end the stigma of mental illness on campus
If you cannot stop coughing, you go the doctor. But if you have depression or anxiety, we view a doctor as optional.
UMD political leaders need to stop acting like Hillary Clinton
This year, campus leaders cannot be Clintonian.
Rihanna isn’t trying to make a statement, but her weight gain is making a difference
I hope this fabulous, chunkier Rihanna knows that she still has the same amazing effect on audiences everywhere.
Why my immigrant family and I disagree about cultural appropriation
I embrace learning about traditions and beliefs that are different than mine. What I am against, however, is using tradition as shallow entertainment.
Comedy needs more Hari Kondabolus and fewer Bill Mahers
Kondabolu brings a personal and an academic understanding of race to an art form that sorely needs it.
Spotify’s “I’m with the banned” is taking on Trump
Spotify is proving we can stand together to support those who are facing injustice.
How three days in England proved Islam is a religion of peace
I believe that if the media and average citizens start educating themselves about Islam by attending conventions like these, a very beautiful and peaceful society will come into existence.
You can listen to conservatives without becoming one
A rebuttal to “Beware the reasonable conservative.”
It’s hard to feel safe as an LGBT person, even with legislation protecting you
Legislation, unfortunately, cannot immediately improve the safety of LGBT persons, or make them feel more secure in their communities.