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Opinion: An Editorial on Editorials

Catherine Escoto, Copy Editor April 21, 2025

In our current time, conservative billionaires such as Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are deciding the fate of U.S. democracy. With this change comes concern whether our civic freedoms will continue to decline.  Recently,...

Opinion: Trump’s Executive Orders to Increase Logging Threaten Sustainability

Myldret Vazquez, Business Manager April 21, 2025

Decades of progress in environmental laws and regulations could be revoked by President Trump’s executive order titled, “Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production.”  According to the...

Opinion: Cyberbullying, and the Social Media Dilemma

Aida Gawhari, Staff Writer April 21, 2025

In an era of technological advancement, the way we communicate has drastically evolved. With social media platforms rising nonstop, besides efficient communication, anonymity has also become a common,...

Opinion: Are Live Action Remakes and Sequels Just a Cash Grab?

Giselle Toscano, Staff Writer February 3, 2025

In recent years, live-action remakes of beloved animated classics have taken Hollywood by storm. From “The Lion King”  (2019) to “The Little Mermaid,” (2023) these films have drawn audiences in...

A teen girl struggles with comparing herself to influencers.

Opinion: Social Media Beauty Standards Turn Likes Into Labels

Maria Villanueva, Graphics Editor February 3, 2025

As I scroll through TikTok, I come across videos with beauty filters, or some titled “How to do Copy-Paste Latina Makeup.” I ask myself, “What are these topics and why are they so viral?” The...

Opinion: Financial Aid For College On Trump’s Chopping Block

Amy Espinoza, Staff Writer February 3, 2025

Under President Donald Trump’s leadership, students and educators question what the next years will look like for students who rely on financial aid.  Trump limiting financial aid to students proves...

Opinion: Vigilante Justice

Angel Barahona, Staff Writer February 3, 2025

Crime and injustices are committed everywhere in the world, and law enforcement must correct these wrongdoings. The feeling of helplessness and  shortcomings of law enforcement and the justice system ...

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...

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