Opinion
Time for a divided America to heal
It’s America’s time to heal.
While results aren’t yet certified, Democratic nominee Joe Biden is the projected winner of the 2020 presidential election over incumbent...
A political nightmare
The news has been filled with coverage of the Supreme Court hearings, but at this point, aren’t the hearings just a waste of time?...
Unauthorized ballot boxes disputed, removed
The 2020 presidential election is Tuesday, Nov. 3, and voter registration is now closed. As the day approaches, California is receiving more and more...
FAFSA eligibility should reflect student reality
Yes, I’m a 20-year-old college student. No, mommy and daddy don’t pay my tuition.
According to a 2018 study by Fidelity, 29 percent of parents...
Re-branding the social norm
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Disastrous first presidential debate showcases America’s political turmoil
On Sept. 29, the first Presidential debate was held between President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden.It was one of the most memorable...
People still leery about venturing out in public
Although the COVID-19 pandemic is still a danger, some people are less fearful of being outdoors. With different reasons as to why people go out, instead...
Absurdity of gender reveals prevalent
Gender reveal parties have gotten increasingly over-the-top as expecting parents compete to put on the most creative announcement.
These parties have not only caused devastating...
Technology use raises concern for new consumers
When it comes to social development, there needs to be full support for kids of this generation to reach its fullest potential in learning.
Technology...
Entrepreneurs embrace new opportunities during pandemic
San Joaquin County has seen more than a few online businesses open up to survive during the pandemic.
Since March, more people have decided to...
Atrocities in China should not be ignored
There is a genocide occuring in the Xinjiang region of China that is not receiving as much media attention as it should be.
For years,...
Mass change, mass disappointment at Taco Bell
On Aug. 13, Taco Bell 86’d a wide swath of menu items including fan favorites, the Spicy Potato Soft Taco and Triple Layer Nachos....
Different experience means different tuition cost
The start of the new semester has come quickly and with a sense of unfamiliar territory.
Throughout the United States, colleges are offering fully- or...
Tik Tok vs. Trump as president threatens shutdown
2020 has been a tough year for everyone, but an even tougher year for President Donald J. Trump.
“As far as TikTok is concerned, We...
What’s next for 2020?
With four months left of this seemingly endless year, there is a looming question: “What next?”
There was a high sense of optimism for this...
Are people still listening?
Listen I understand, wearing masks can be difficult sometimes but it’s for everyone’s safety, not just the ones wearing masks.
Yet, people are still not...
Teachers and students jumping hoops for online classes
The shift to online classes has become a major change for parents, teachers, and students. Students from elementary and high schools are now trying...
Battle against racism only ends when injustice does
The battle that black people fought to gain their freedom didn’t end with the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863.
The murder of George Floyd at the...
Birth of the COVID Generation?
The effect COVID-19 has on current generations could potentially define them.
With five months of 2020 in the books, COVID-19 has etched itself into history...
Vaccinations important to keeping population healthy
Vaccinations have become very important for keeping us healthy from threatening illness.
Vaccines help prevent and fight off deadly illnesses like polio, smallpox, measles and...