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Opinion: Why Critical Thinking and Active Political Engagement Matter

Aida Gawhari, Staff Writer December 16, 2024

Politics. It’s a topic that can often feel like the elephant in the room looming over almost every gathering. A study has shown that nearly 1 in 5 families have become alienated from family members over...

Opinion: Why Mt. Eden Students Shouldn’t Look Forward to Trump’s Second Term

Angel Barahona, Staff Writer December 16, 2024

On November 6, former President and Republican candidate Donald J. Trump was re-elected for his second term, winning the election over Democratic candidate and Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump will...

Opinion: “Cats and Dogs”

Angel Barahona, Staff Writer October 7, 2024

In today’s digital age, where news travels faster than ever, the power of leaders and media to shape public opinion is undeniable. However, with this immense power comes the grave responsibility of disseminating...

Opinion: Social Media Addiction Has Gone Too Far

Marcus Alfonzo Gacusan, Staff Writer October 7, 2024

In today’s digital age, social media addiction has become a widespread issue, affecting millions of people worldwide. What started as a way to connect with friends and family has morphed into an...

Opinion: The way we are taught politics is inefficient

Aiden Jiang, Staff Writer April 29, 2024

“So, what do you like about Trump anyway?” I asked my dad one evening during dinner.  “I like Trump’s policies, he has really boosted our economy. Biden has made it worse than ever,” he said.  “But...

Opinion: The Power of Bilingualism for Immigrant Children

Angel Barahona, Staff Writer April 29, 2024

In a melting pot like the United States, the debate over language acquisition among immigrant children is not just a matter of linguistic proficiency or even cultural preservation and identity. As globalization...

Opinión: El Poder Del Bilingüismo Para Los Niños Inmigrantes

Angel Barahona, Staff Writer April 29, 2024

En una sociedad tan diversa como la de los Estados Unidos, el debate sobre el aprendizaje del idioma entre los hijos de inmigrantes  es más que solamente un asunto de capacidad lingüística, identidad...

Opinion: Don’t Stand by Genocide: Israel’s Inhumane Invasion of Gaza

Angel Barahona, Staff Writer March 18, 2024

On October 7, 2023, Hamas, recognized by the US as a terrorist organization, initiated a major assault on Israel. They launched rockets and sent armed militants to attack civilian areas, resulting in over...

Opinion: You Should Dislike Yourself

Aiden Jiang, Staff Writer March 18, 2024

Back during Valentine’s week—a long, LONG time ago for certain people like me—you may remember couples, chocolate, and hearts appearing in every store, with you obsessing and worrying about how best...

Opinión: La inhumana invasión israelí de Gaza

Angel Barahona, Staff Writer March 18, 2024

El 7 de octubre de 2023, Hamás, reconocido por los EE.UU. como organización terrorista, inició un gran ataque contra Israel. Lanzaron cohetes y mandaron militantes armados para atacar zonas civiles,...

Opinion: Final’s Schedule

Angel Barahona, Staff Writer February 12, 2024

Less than a month ago, the first semester for the 2023-24 school year ended after the long-dreaded finals week, which came a week after winter break. Although most students—myself included— breathed...

Opinion: Border Separation

Myldret Vazquez, Business Manager February 12, 2024

The policies surrounding family separation at the U.S.- Mexican border, enacted under Trump in 2017, continue the narrative that immigrant people should be criminalized and excluded. The policies say that...

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