What does it mean to be ‘white’?
What is “white?” From the abstract concept of “acting white” to the view of race as a biological reality, there are a lot of ideas …
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Yes, dear reader, there is a Santa Claus
So you don’t believe in Santa? I find that very thought unbelievable! You mean to tell me that you refuse to think that there is …
2016: 2 stars out of 5, hope the sequel is better
I entered this year with hope. Back in January, you could still call Donald Trump’s campaign for presidency a joke. It was still okay to …
Trump softens stance on immigration and border wall
It’s no secret that President-elect Donald Trump has a bone to pick with our nation’s undocumented immigrants. His hardline stance on immigration was one of …
Looking ahead to 2017
The next year will be an interesting time for us all. For the many who supported President-elect Donald J. Trump, 2017 will be a moment …
Taking a look at the colonialism of Thanksgiving
Just as there are many Native American groups and tribes, there are many ways in which people across the country recognize, or do not recognize …
Consumerism ruins Thanksgiving holiday for millions
Let’s get this straight: Thanksgiving is a federal holiday, which means that all levels of government and public offices are closed. And in the state …
The ETSU Board of Trustees could be more diverse
On Oct. 23, 2016, the East Tennessean reported that Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam had announced the eight appointees to ETSU’s new governing board, the Board of …
Doctor-assisted suicide should be an option for those who need it
In the midst of a presidential election, it’s easy to forget that there are more issues being voted on than who gets to be our …
Weed wins big in 2016 election
As it turns out, 2016 was a good year for one thing, marijuana! On Election Day, Nov. 8, voters in California, Massachusetts and Nevada approved …