President Donald Trump has painted himself as the ultimate patriot. Any criticism of him or his policies is deemed unpatriotic, but it shouldn’t be that way. Columnist Kayla Mayer argues patriotism doesn’t mean unceasing support for everything a country does.
OPINION: Democrats need a moderate candidate in 2020 election
Candidates Joe Biden and Amy Klobuchar have both positioned themselves in relatively moderate stances, but it all depends on who you talk to. Columnist Grace Hallen argues the election of a radical democratic candidate will only splinter party lines further.
OPINION: Gerrymandering weakens the democratic process
Gerrymandering is dividing election districts in a way that is favorable to one party, therefore giving advantage to that party through the voting process. Opinions editor Maddie Peters argues partisan gerrymandering threatens the right to vote.
OPINIONS: Media describes female presidential candidates more negatively than male
A study by Northeastern University senior Alex Frandsen found that female candidates were described more negatively in the media than male candidates. Columnist Kayla Mayer argues that the solution to this is that voters need to consider whether they dislike a candidate because their behavior is violating gender norms or because their platform is unpalatable.
Bridge St. Thomas provides student-led middle ground for political discussion
Bridge St. Thomas, a club founded by senior Matt Kearney, is a haven for students with differing political views to engage in civil discussion about varying topics.
AP: Senate leaders say no special session fix for Lt. Gov. drama
Republican state Sen. Michelle Fischbach is set to become Gov. Mark Dayton’s second-in-command next week, after current Lt. Gov. Tina Smith is sworn in to replace U.S. Sen. Al Franken.
The politics of political disagreement
“Few people are able to express with equanimity opinions which differ from the prejudices of their social environment.” These words from Albert Einstein ring especially true in the midst of the current political climate.
Trump victory works against DFL in Minnesota
Donald Trump’s blitz across the U.S. electoral map pressed Hillary Clinton in Minnesota, with the race not called for Clinton until Wednesday morning.
Pay attention to politics
Ignoring politics is not only impossible but also disadvantageous.
St. Thomas student to run for state legislature
This September, nearly 200,000 undergraduate students will be enrolled full-time at a Minnesota college or university. This November, 268 Minnesota residents will run for state legislature. One person will do both.
Faith in modern politics
Opinions editor Jacob Sevening discusses Pope Francis, Republican presidential candidates and the importance of adapting faith to fit the modern world.
News in :90 – Nov. 21, 2014
This is News in :90 for Friday, Nov. 21, 2014.
Women make history in midterms
This year’s midterm election results showed a few firsts among women in American government.
Uninformed votes are worse than no votes
Opinions Editor Elliot Polsky says the “get out the vote” campaigns for midterm elections should try to influence people to get informed.
Obama visits St. Paul, outlines transit proposal
Two St. Thomas students took interest when President Obama visited St. Paul to unveil his plan to invest in and update the nation’s infrastructure.