This post was updated March 7 at 4:42 p.m. Actions speak louder than words. And for UCLA, its eerie silence on police violence is more than troubling. Read more...
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March 1, 6:19 pm
Opinion: The UC’s job is to look out for its employees, and curtailments fail to do that
When it comes to addressing budgetary losses, curtailments and furloughs should be a last resort. But at the moment, the University of California is far too comfortable with the idea of resorting to that. Read more...
Photo: Unions such as the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 3299 have been protesting unfair working conditions since before the pandemic started, as pictured in this image. It’s the UC’s moral responsibility to make sure it alleviates workers’ financial – and personal – challenges during an already stressful time. (Daily Bruin file photo)
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February 26, 8:49 pm
Opinion: Repealing Muslim ban is first step in reducing discrimination, more action needed
This post was updated Feb. 28 at 5:02 p.m. President Joe Biden’s repeal of the controversial Muslim ban is an important step toward combatting the Islamophobia stirred up by his predecessor. Read more...
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February 25, 2:27 pm
Opinion: Housing Safety student employees deserve investigation into workplace management
UCLA Housing Safety may protect students living on the Hill, but it doesn’t seem concerned about its student workers’ safety. Former employees of the organization expressed concerns with certain situations they were put in by Housing Safety staff and the way in which they responded to student workers’ concerns. Read more...
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February 25, 1:45 pm
Opinion: Students should take advantage of educational opportunities, combat anti-Semitism
Anti-Semitism won’t vanish overnight. But education – and engagement – can pave the way for a better future. President Joe Biden’s commitment to advance racial equity and support underserved communities serves as a glimmer of hope that some much-needed changes will happen. Read more...
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February 24, 2:22 pm
Opinion: UCLA must encourage educational opportunities to promote religious tolerance
Religious discrimination is far more universal than we care to admit. Luckily, Bruins have access to an important resource to combat this – education. Living in the era of misinformation presents itself with many obstacles. Read more...
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February 23, 10:56 am
Opinion: UCLA can continue to combat intolerance by increasing LGBTQ studies funding
UCLA may represent a beacon of progressivism and inclusivity for LGBTQ students. But a closer look reveals holes in this perfect image. UCLA has sponsored groundbreaking LGBTQ research for more than 50 years, which is longer than most other universities in the United States. Read more...
Photo: UCLA needs to support its LGBTQ+ community by allocating more funds to educational programs that uplift LGBTQ+ voices. (Daily Bruin file photo)