‘Alternative Facts’ are par for the course for this administration
About a week ago, Kelleyanne Conway described the Trump administration’s “alternative facts” on NBC’s “Meet the Press.” While this was a bad move for anyone …
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Finding a balance between protest and dissent
Our great nation was built on differing opinions and the art of protest. Things were no different this past week as many American’s joined in …
Do we really need fluoride in our water?
You may have heard about the controversy over whether fluoride is safe to put into our water supply. The chemical is said to lead to …
Did Trump violate the Constitution?
Before becoming President Trump, Donald Trump was known for his real estate empire and his boardroom reality show, “The Apprentice”. Having taken the grandest of …
Trump’s first days in office bring about big changes through orders and memorandums
This Friday will mark one week of Donald Trump’s presidency, and he has already had a tremendous affect on the issues our country is facing. …
Could the Oscars help solve Hollywood’s problem with representation?
As a white man, I’m guaranteed to turn on the TV or go to a movie and see an approximation of my lived experiences presented …
Combating awkward weather with style
It is almost February and the weather has yet to allow for bundled up assembles. Instead, we are going around campus in leggings, a t-shirt …
Can Trump protect American jobs?
President Donald Trump said he would make our country great again. While this might mean a number of things to different demographics, one of the …
E-cigarettes pose a serious health risk
On Jan. 9, 2017, the Tennessee Department of Health issued a new public health advisory on e-cigarettes. While e-cigarettes have been banned from ETSU for …
Affordable Care Act repeal will disproportionately affect women
Ever since Republicans took over the House of Representatives in 2011, they have voted tirelessly to repeal the Affordable Care Act (also known as Obamacare). …