African countries didn’t need colonialism to prosper
Africa was capable of prosperity before the Europeans showed up.
The success of the U.S.-China relationship will depend on Trump’s flexibility
Warmer relations between the U.S. and China would come at a costly price.
The RHA’s mandatory metro fee is a bad idea
Unless you spend more than $130 a semester on the metro, the new mandatory fee will not be worth it.
The perils of a university-driven society
Each individual should exploit this life to the fullest and decide where their correct path lies, whether in a library, classroom or cockpit.
The anti-vaccination movement puts our well-being at risk
New breakthroughs are often met with resistance before their benefits are proven. The benefit of vaccinations has already been proven, so why are people still opposed to getting vaccinated?
Resist the urge for liberal nostalgia. Obama was no progressive hero.
Don’t praise Obama for what he’s done since Trump won — ask why he didn’t do more before.
UMD’s living-learning programs need better housing options for trans people
Too few dorms that house living-programs are gender-inclusive.
Trump and the news media have a symbiotic relationship
The news brought Trump fame, and Trump brought the news ratings.
Delivering Venezuela aid shouldn’t be a selfish act for the U.S.
The U.S.'s offer of aid to Venezuela isn’t completely altruistic.