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November 6, 2014July 12, 2022Opinions
West’s political solution goes in the wrong direction
Last week, Garrett West argued that we should abandon the discourse of “human rights” and instead adopt the language of “human goods” (“The unappealing politics of universal rhetoric,” Oct. 30). His solution makes it seem that we have only two options: Franklin D. Roosevelt or John Rawls. Considering the consequences from these two lines of...
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November 6, 2014July 12, 2022Culture
War, hell, and heroics in “Fury”
In his latest film, “Fury,” writer and director David Ayer (“End of Watch”) explores familiar war-movie territory: the brotherly bonds of soldiers in combat. While a few questionable directing decisions disrupt the tone of the 134 minute affair, Ayer pulls off an affecting WWII drama due to compelling acting on all fronts and religiously-charged cinematography...
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November 6, 2014July 12, 2022Opinions
Republicans need moderates to win
Former Senator Jim Demint once said that he would rather have 40 conservatives true to their principles in the Senate rather than have a majority of 60 unprincipled Republicans. In theory, I understand what he is saying. What is the purpose of having power if you do not have the will to do good, such...
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November 6, 2014July 12, 2022Opinions
Don’t stress registration
As pre-registration for spring semester classes starts, students should remember that “missing out” on a class will not end their academic worlds. Excitement marks the entire class selection process (at least for the nerdier students). Talk about classes can resemble pre-prom excitement from high schoolers — “Who are you taking?” Enthusiasm from older students who...